Sr. Legal Counsel (Remote)
Overview
A healthcare industry leader is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team remotely. This role focuses on providing business-aligned legal guidance related to governance, compliance, and operational risk management. The position involves partnering with leadership, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex legal issues into practical recommendations that support responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth within the healthcare environment.
Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)
Compensation: $120,000 – $150,000 annually
Responsibilities
- Act as a key legal partner to internal stakeholders in human resources, IT, and security
- Lead legal matters related to employment, privacy, and security
- Interpret complex regulations and provide actionable compliance advice
- Develop foundational legal processes in a fast-paced environment
- Ensure legal compliance supports operational goals and company mission
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of relevant legal experience as a practicing attorney
- At least 5 years of employment law experience in law firm or in-house settings
- At least 5 years of experience with healthcare privacy and security law, including HIPAA compliance
- Strong writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills to deliver practical legal guidance
- Experience with state AI laws related to employment and privacy issues
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Employment law expertise
- Healthcare privacy and security law (HIPAA)
- Data breach management and cyber incident response protocols
- Proficiency with legal research and document drafting software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
- Familiarity with compliance management and contract lifecycle management tools (e.g., DocuSign, ContractWorks)
- Advanced contract negotiation skills
- Knowledge of data privacy compliance tools (e.g., OneTrust, TrustArc)
- Understanding of AI regulation and legal risk management strategies
- Experience with data analytics in legal contexts
- Familiarity with remote workplace compliance tools and multi-state employment law software
- Healthcare regulatory compliance tools
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment to support work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Generous time-off policies including two company-wide shutdown weeks
- Paid parental leave for all types of parents
- Home office stipend to support remote work setup
- Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental and physical health support
- Community and employee resource groups fostering inclusion and belonging
The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.