Associate General Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Legal to establish the legal framework for a healthcare organization catering to complex, high-need patients.

• Provide guidance on corporate, healthcare regulations, litigation, commercial, product, employment, and privacy issues.

• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and translate their implications into actionable advice for product, clinical, and operations teams.

• Work together with operational, clinical, and marketing leaders to ensure compliance with HIPAA, Anti-Kickback laws, the Corporate Practice of Medicine, and other relevant legislation.

• Counsel on the use of artificial intelligence and technology in healthcare initiatives.

• Draft, revise, negotiate, and provide advice on contracts with health plans, vendors, and partners.

• Create contracting templates and playbooks, which include service agreements, BAAs, NDAs, and other agreements.

• Offer guidance on Medicaid, Medicare, value-based care, and product development.

• Identify potential legal risks early and design compliant solutions.

• Develop legal processes and policies that support risk mitigation, compliance, and business enablement.

• Oversee the work and expenditures of outside counsel.

• Collaborate with clinical operations on care delivery compliance, documentation, authorization, and billing processes.

• Partner with the People team on compliance training, onboarding, and workforce policies.

• Assist with the company’s litigation requirements.

• Represent the Pair Team in discussions with partners, health plans, and regulatory bodies.

• Execute additional duties as necessary.

• Report directly to the Head of Legal.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in healthcare legal matters and regulatory frameworks (e.g., CMS, OIG, HIPAA, FWA).

• More than 3 years of legal experience within a digital health company, health plan, provider, payor, or managed care organization.

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment; experience in startups or high-growth companies is highly desirable.

• Extensive knowledge of the healthcare regulatory landscape and its practical application to technology products and digital health services.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex regulatory requirements in simple terms and make risk/benefit assessments for business leaders.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and oversee various projects.

• Experience in developing processes, procedures, and workflows that support sustainable business growth.

• Strong collaborative abilities with clinical, operations, finance, and leadership teams.

• Demonstrated aptitude for prioritizing competing demands and making risk-appropriate decisions.

• A mission-driven mindset with a passion for enhancing outcomes for underserved communities.

• Familiarity with value-based care contracts, capitation arrangements, or risk-bearing entities and their compliance implications is an advantage.

• Direct involvement in pre-litigation and litigation processes and managing outside counsel is a plus.

• Relevant certifications in healthcare, privacy, or other fields are beneficial.

• The Pair Team participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for new hires.

• Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, including criminal history, reference checks, and driving records if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity compensation package.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options and a company HSA contribution.

• Remote-first work environment with equipment provided and a $100/month home office stipend.

• Flexible paid time off and 12 paid holidays.

• 100% company-covered life, disability, and AD&D insurance.

• Access to backup childcare, caregiver concierge services, and financial guidance resources.