Temporary Corporate Counsel

Overview

This Corporate Counsel Technology Operations role provides legal counsel on moderately complex technology and governance projects, with a focus on privacy, data governance, artificial intelligence (AI), digital innovation, and IT operations. The position supports the development and oversight of organizational policies related to IT, privacy, data security, and AI governance, while partnering closely with business stakeholders across Procurement, IT Enterprise Architecture, IT Security, Compliance, and Insurance and Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Support management of enterprise technology contracting, including vendor agreements (including SaaS and cloud computing), master service agreements (MSAs), nondisclosure agreements (NDAs), business associate agreements (BAAs), and data processing agreements (DPAs).
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to technology, data privacy (including data retention and destruction), and data security.
• Provide strategic guidance and support in formulating, implementing, and overseeing organizational policies covering privacy, data protection, and acceptable use of emerging technologies, including generative AI.
• Communicate actionable legal insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders across multiple organizational levels.
• Research and interpret applicable laws and regulations to provide guidance.
• Provide legal support for routine day-to-day business matters.
• Partner with key leaders to identify and mitigate legal issues across the organization and help craft solutions to protect organizational interests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of technology, contracting, privacy laws, data security, and AI governance.
• Demonstrated experience in contract review, negotiation, and drafting, particularly in technology and data contexts.
• Knowledge of privacy, data, and security laws and regulations, such as HIPAA, HITECH, and state laws.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, plus strong project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet aggressive deadlines, and handle urgent situations with patience and diplomacy.
• Agile and flexible mindset with ability to learn emerging areas of the law and the business quickly.
• Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build credibility quickly and provide strong legal support for a complex, challenging business while effectively managing relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Commitment to personal and professional growth, with receptivity to feedback.
• Experience working for a healthcare company.
• Experience developing or implementing AI governance frameworks.
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cooperative environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Openness to feedback and desire for professional growth.

Preferred Qualifications

• IAPP designation(s) (CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, or AIGP) and/or CDPSE preferred.

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution.
• 4+ years’ experience in a law firm or in-house legal setting.

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw or LexisNexis).
• Matter management/eBilling software.

Certificates & Licenses (if applicable)

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. state.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and welfare benefits such as: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Healthcare FSA, FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs.
• Paid time off and paid family leave.
• 9 observed holidays.
• PTO accrual each pay period; depending on position, earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.

Location

Not specified in the provided description.