Equip is hiring a
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer

Summary

The job is for a General Counsel at Equip, a virtual eating disorder treatment program. The role involves providing legal advice on various matters, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, litigation, privacy, and data security. The position is remote and requires travel 4-8 times a year.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the state bar association
• Minimum of 7-10 years of legal experience, with a combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred
• Strong background in technology, healthcare, healthcare IT, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and experience with Professional Corporation structures in medical and healthcare contexts
• Experience with insurance qualifications, including knowledge of insurance laws and regulations, risk assessment, policy and contract reviews, and a proven track record of successfully managing insurance-related legal matters, negotiating insurance contracts, and claims resolution
• Proven experience managing and leading legal and risk and compliance teams
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business needs
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's overall legal strategy to support business objectives and growth
• Provide expert legal advice and counsel to senior leadership on a broad range of legal issues
• Manage corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate policies, and compliance with relevant regulations
• Stay current with relevant industry regulations and laws impacting the mental health tech sector
• Develop and maintain compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable regulations and standards
• Manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
• Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Oversee litigation matters and work with external counsel as needed
• Provide guidance on data protection and privacy laws, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations
• Collaborate with relevant teams to implement and maintain robust data security practices
• Advise the Quality and Compliance teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive team members to provide legal insights and support for various business initiatives
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred experience in litigation and mediation
• Preferred experience in payor contracts

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits programs
• Short and long term incentives, including yearly bonus potential
• Remote work from home
• Flexible PTO & Leave programs
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness and reproductive care programs
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Home office set-up stipend
• Student Loan Repayment (If Applicable)
• Professional development stipend (If Applicable)
• Co-working monthly stipend (If Applicable)