Associate General Counsel (Healthcare Privacy Counsel)

LE018 Zelis Healthcare, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 193,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health benefits

Job summary

Zelis Healthcare, LLC in the United States is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to advise on data privacy matters, AI, and cybersecurity. The role reports to the VP, Managing Counsel, Technology and develops policies, training, and processes to address data rights and protection.

You will partner with IT, product, and business teams, review contracts, and help manage regulatory changes while providing timely counsel and proactive risk management.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice.
• 5+ years handling privacy and data use issues in healthcare setting.
• Experience in the technology sector preferred.
• No visa sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on data rights, use, privacy protection, information security, procurement, and consumer-facing apps.
• Negotiate client contracts and offshore operations.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting data rights, security, and privacy laws to counsel business units.
• Support incident response with Privacy and Information Security Teams.
• Advise on compliant use of website tracking technologies.

Skills

Privacy regulations

Data privacy

Contract negotiation

AI/privacy experience

Regulatory compliance

Legal counseling

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission

Tools

AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, CoPilot)

Job description

A Little About Us

Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs, and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Our focus is on identifying, optimizing, and solving problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts, driving real, measurable results for clients.

A Little About You

We value unique blends of personality and professional expertise. You inspire others with passion and dedication, and your career reflects diverse experiences, community involvement, and personal interests.

Position Overview

Assistant General Counsel will report directly to the VP, Managing Counsel, Technology. The role requires an experienced legal professional who will advise on data privacy matters (HIPAA, state privacy laws, offshoring, AI, TCPA, etc.), data use rights, compliance with privacy and security laws, AI, and cybersecurity obligations. The successful candidate will develop and implement policies, practices, and training programs, and help business stakeholders address emerging data rights, protection, and AI issues.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with IT, product, and internal business teams to provide legal advice for strategic initiatives related to data rights, use, privacy protection, information security, procurement, and consumer‑facing applications.
• Support and advise business teams on offshore operations, including review and negotiation of client contracts.
• Maintain current knowledge of legislative and regulatory changes affecting data rights, use, security, and privacy laws to proactively counsel business units and manage legal exposure.
• Support the Privacy and Information Security Teams on incident response, including client and member notification requirements.
• Advise Marketing, Product, and Privacy teams on the legal requirements for compliant use of website tracking technologies.
• Support the Sales Legal Team on data rights, AI, privacy, and offshoring client contract review and negotiation.
• Draft and review agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Provide accurate and timely counsel to internal clients.
• Research and evaluate risk factors related to business decisions and operations.
• Apply effective risk‑management techniques and offer proactive advice on potential legal issues.
• Partner with outside counsel as required.
• Maintain a positive can‑do attitude and professional demeanor.

What You’ll Bring To Zelis

• 5+ years of experience at a law firm or in‑house, including some in‑house experience, with knowledge of privacy regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, state privacy laws, TCPA, CAN‑SPAM).
• Substantial experience assessing legal risks related to data protection, data rights, AI, and privacy.
• Experience negotiating commercial contracts with security and privacy provisions.
• Demonstrated accountability and ability to meet aggressive time frames.
• Excellent understanding of business law, analytical, and communication skills.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Ability to create proactive legal strategies and make sound judgments.
• Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, CoPilot) to streamline workflows.
• Knowledge of IT law, AI, software, licensing, SaaS, cloud, API, and other IT agreements is preferred.
• Interest in and general understanding of AI.
• First‑time or global client servicing experience is preferred.

Experiences/Background

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice.
• 5+ years’ experience handling privacy and data use issues in the healthcare setting.
• Experience in the technology sector (preferred).
• No visa sponsorship required.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

Zelis is headquartered in the U.S. with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Work location is based on position needs and determined by leadership. In‑office work varies by role; our hybrid approach is flexible, with in‑office presence guided by team and business needs.

Base Salary Range

$153,000.00 – $193,800.00. Base pay is part of a comprehensive rewards package that may include discretionary bonuses, commissions, and other incentives.

Benefits

Eligible U.S. full‑time associates receive a competitive benefits package, including: 401(k) plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Zelis is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accessibility Support

We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability or are a disabled veteran, please email [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed on this classification. They are not exhaustive and may be supplemented with additional responsibilities as needed. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal scope.