General Counsel - REMOTE

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Collaborative company culture

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Competitive salary and bonuses

Job summary

A partner company in healthcare is seeking an experienced General Counsel to handle all legal matters efficiently. The ideal candidate will manage risk, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. You will work closely with leadership to align legal strategies with business goals. The position requires at least 8 years of experience in legal practice within the healthcare or technology sectors, along with a J.D. and active bar membership. This role offers flexible hours, a collaborative culture, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of legal experience in healthcare or technology sectors.
• Active bar membership and ability to work independently.
• Proven experience in corporate law and familiarity with data privacy regulations.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and data privacy regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and act as a strategic advisor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement legal strategies supporting business goals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including NDAs.
• Oversee compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with outside regulatory counsel on HIPAA compliance.
• Advise on corporate governance and best practices.
• Oversee intellectual property and trademark management.
• Provide legal guidance across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal compliance

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strategic advisory

Independent work

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a General Counsel. This role will impact the trajectory of the organization significantly by ensuring that all legal matters are addressed efficiently while supporting its innovative digital healthcare solutions. The ideal candidate will take charge of risk management, contract negotiations, and overseeing compliance. Given the dynamic environment of the healthcare industry, this position requires a proactive legal expert who can navigate complex frameworks and provide strategic insights. By closely collaborating with leadership, this role will shape legal strategies to align with business objectives, ultimately contributing to healthier outcomes for patients.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement legal strategies that support business goals and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including NDAs and vendor agreements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks to protect the company’s assets.
• Partner with outside regulatory counsel on compliance issues including HIPAA.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on corporate governance and best practices.
• Oversee intellectual property matters and trademark management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to provide legal guidance.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and current bar membership.
• 8+ years of legal experience in healthcare or technology sectors.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and corporate law.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and data privacy regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and function as a strategic advisor.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours with the opportunity to work from anywhere.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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