Senior Counsel, Regulatory

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking a Senior Counsel, Regulatory to serve as a key strategic partner supporting innovation during a pivotal growth phase. This role involves providing regulatory legal guidance primarily focused on health laws and regulations impacting patient care and the development of innovative technology products. The position works closely with Clinical, Operations, Product, Engineering, and Privacy teams.

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, offering 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, providing 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 rather than an obstacle

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of post-bar admission legal experience with significant healthcare regulatory expertise, especially in health technology, corporate practice of medicine, behavioral health clinical practice, and CPOM
• Deep understanding of multi-state healthcare regulations, including telehealth, within evolving regulatory environments
• Experience advising Clinical, Operations, and/or Compliance teams in a healthcare technology setting
• Proven ability to simplify complex healthcare regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal teams
• Demonstrated ability to balance compliance obligations with business objectives in fast-paced organizations
• Strong communication skills and political savvy to navigate competing priorities and build effective partnerships
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing; ability to register as New York in-house counsel required

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 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; remote candidates nationwide will be considered for exceptional qualifications.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion across all dimensions including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, national origin, religion, family status, disability, military status, and experience. Reasonable accommodations are provided for persons with disabilities during the application and employment process upon request.