Senior Counsel

Overview

An experienced Senior Counsel is sought to provide strategic legal and regulatory leadership. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role acts as a trusted advisor to business leaders, collaborating cross-functionally to support complex commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management within a leading SaaS healthcare technology organization.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly in a fast-paced, innovative environment while supporting the scaling of a mission-driven organization focused on improving healthcare affordability and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex technology agreements, including licensing, customer and vendor agreements, and strategic partnerships
• Advise on contract structure and associated risks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with business partners on agreement structure, strategy, execution, and ongoing contractual obligations
• Serve as the legal subject matter expert on federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, including HIPAA
• Provide legal guidance on privacy and data security issues
• Review, interpret, and advise on applicable laws and regulations related to products and services, including Medicare Advantage and ACA Exchanges business
• Interact with vendors and customers on legal and regulatory issues
• Serve as Compliance Official; support compliance initiatives including audits, training, and policy development
• Partner with compliance stakeholders such as product teams and HR to deliver regulatory guidance, compliance training, and awareness campaigns
• Create and deliver training programs for employees
• Assist in investigating compliance issues and support remediation efforts as needed
• Support third-party risk management programs by advising on customer, supplier, and partner compliance programs

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills with the ability to communicate complex legal and regulatory concepts clearly and concisely
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a strategic approach to complex compliance issues
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to identify and mitigate legal and business risks and provide practical solutions supporting compliance programs
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Leadership skills including team management, development, growth, and mentoring

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years as a practicing attorney, including experience in an in-house legal department
• Experience managing the work of others
• Significant experience negotiating complex commercial transactions, including technology agreements, SaaS, and licensing agreements
• Experience providing counsel on compliance issues

Education and Certification

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law

Preferred Experience

• Experience providing counsel related to HIPAA
• Experience supporting CMS programs

Working Conditions

• Ability to use workstation equipment for up to 8 hours daily
• Remote work environment
• Up to 10% travel may be required

Compensation & Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement
• Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Telehealth services for medical and behavioral visits
• Generous paid time off with buy/sell options
• Nine company holidays, a floating day off, and a volunteer day off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program offering insurance discounts or credits toward health-related items
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts for out-of-pocket medical expenses
• Bonus and recognition programs
• Tuition assistance
• Financial planning consultation
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided; Supplemental Term Life Insurance available
• Group discount programs for mobile, technology services, and more
• Access to a comprehensive e-learning library and performance support assets at no cost

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.

Additional Information

Applicants who use AI to answer screening questions or complete their application will not be considered for employment.