Senior Counsel, Commercial

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking a Senior Counsel, Commercial to serve as the legal partner to its payer contracting team. This role involves negotiating innovative and high-impact partnerships with leading health plans across the United States. The position includes building systems and processes to enable effective collaboration between Legal and Payer teams. This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment focused on transforming mental healthcare access and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Own the payer contracting strategy, ensuring alignment between business objectives, legal terms, and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement scalable systems to efficiently secure high-value payer contracts
• Review and negotiate terms of health plan agreements
• Collaborate with outside counsel on innovative approaches to maximize value and mitigate risk

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years post-bar admittance legal experience with deep expertise in healthcare contracting between payers and providers
• Significant in-house legal experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup or technology environment
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to achieve consensus among stakeholders with competing priorities
• Builder’s mindset with enthusiasm for improving operational structures and processes
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in good standing, including eligibility to register as New York in-house counsel

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $179,200 - $280,000, dependent on qualifications, experience, and geographic location
• Potential eligibility for equity grants based on position and level
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Equity compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Work-from-home stipend
  • Therapy reimbursement
  • 16-week parental leave for eligible employees
  • Fertility benefits including annual reimbursement and membership
  • 13 paid holidays plus a holiday break between December 25 and December 31
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Training and professional development opportunities

Location

This role is remote with the expectation to work collaboratively with teams across the United States.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. Applicants requiring accommodations should notify the recruiter during the interview scheduling process.

Additional Information

The organization participates in E-Verify for employment eligibility verification. Applicants should be cautious of recruitment fraud and only apply through official channels.