Senior Counsel, Regulatory

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking a Senior Counsel, Regulatory to serve as a key strategic partner during a pivotal growth phase. This role involves collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Privacy teams to support innovation and ensure compliance with healthcare laws and regulations impacting patient care and technology product development. The position primarily focuses on regulatory issues related to clinical practice, telehealth, and behavioral health.

While preference is given to candidates based in New York, exceptional candidates nationwide will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Act as an embedded regulatory advisor to Clinical and Operations teams, providing real-time guidance on clinical practice, telehealth modalities, practice operations, and regulatory implications for product development.
• Collaborate with Clinical and Compliance teams on policy development, audit responses, and remediation strategies, offering legal interpretation of healthcare regulations.
• Translate complex healthcare regulations into practical, actionable guidance and tools for non-legal stakeholders.
• Anticipate regulatory challenges and proactively develop solutions that enable business objectives while ensuring compliance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to position regulatory guidance as a business enabler.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years post-bar admission legal experience with significant healthcare regulatory expertise.
• Deep knowledge of multi-state healthcare regulations, including telehealth and corporate practice of medicine, especially in behavioral health.
• Experience advising Clinical, Operations, and/or Compliance teams within a healthcare technology environment.
• Proven ability to simplify complex healthcare regulatory requirements into clear guidance for non-legal teams.
• Demonstrated skill in balancing compliance obligations with business goals in fast-paced settings.
• Strong communication skills and political acumen to manage competing priorities and build effective partnerships.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing with the ability to register as New York in-house counsel.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $179,200 - $280,000, dependent on qualifications, experience, and location.
• Potential eligibility for equity grants based on position and level.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Equity compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / 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 25th and 31st
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Training and professional development opportunities

Location

Preference for candidates based in New York; however, exceptional candidates nationwide will be considered.

Additional Information

The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. Applicants requiring accommodations are encouraged to request them during the interview scheduling process.

The employer participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.