General Counsel
Location: Remote Type: Full-Time W2 Reports To: Chief Operating Officer Compensation: Up to $200,000 base salary + equity commensurate with experience
We are seeking an experienced and strategic General Counsel to serve as the company's chief legal officer. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing all legal, compliance, and regulatory matters across the organization. The ideal candidate brings both law firm and in-house experience, with a deep understanding of the healthcare industry — whether on the payer or provider side — and the ability to operate as a true business partner to executive leadership.
At Medzown, we value hands-on leaders who are willing to "do the work." As a key member of our team, you will be expected to both strategize and execute, balancing legal risk management with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Vendor Contracting
- Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial contracts, including client services agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership arrangements.
- Establish and maintain contract lifecycle management processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and risk mitigation across all business relationships.
- Serve as a primary legal point of contact for commercial transactions and provide pragmatic guidance to business teams throughout the contracting process.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Lead the company's regulatory and compliance program, with a particular focus on healthcare laws and regulations applicable to payer and/or provider environments.
- Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and proactively advise the business on applicable obligations, including HIPAA, state healthcare regulations, and applicable federal laws.
- Design and implement internal compliance policies, procedures, and training programs to foster a culture of compliance across the organization.
Corporate Governance
- Manage all aspects of corporate governance, including preparation of board meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions.
- Act as Corporate Secretary, advising the Board of Directors on governance matters and maintaining corporate records.
- Oversee investor communications from a legal and governance perspective, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Supervise and maintain state registrations, foreign qualifications, and corporate entity management.
Intellectual Property
- Coordinate intellectual property matters with outside counsel, including patent filings, trademark registrations, and IP licensing.
- Develop and maintain IP protection strategies aligned with the company's product and technology roadmap.
- Advise internal teams on IP ownership, licensing terms, and confidentiality obligations in commercial agreements.
Business Unit Support
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business units across the organization, including Sales and Human Resources.
- Partner with the Sales team on deal structures, customer negotiations, and risk review for commercial opportunities.
- Advise the Human Resources team on employment law matters, employee relations, policy development, and compliance with applicable labor regulations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Product, and Operations to support strategic initiatives and day-to-day business needs.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing.
- 5+ years of legal experience; a combination of law firm and in-house experience is strongly preferred.
- Healthcare industry experience required, including exposure to payer or provider environments; familiarity with HIPAA, healthcare contracting, and applicable state and federal regulations is essential.
- Demonstrated expertise in commercial contracting, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience advising Boards of Directors and serving in a Corporate Secretary capacity is a plus.
- Proven ability to manage outside counsel relationships effectively and cost-efficiently.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, actionable guidance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Start-up or high-growth company experience preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary up to $200,000, commensurate with experience.
- Equity participation commensurate with experience and seniority.
- Full-time W2 employment.
- Fully remote work environment.
About Medzown
Medzown is transforming how people with cancer and other serious diseases access cutting-edge treatments. Our team of experts leverages precision medicine and the latest technology to connect participants with treatments like immunotherapies, targeted therapies, cell and gene therapies, and clinical trials. Recognizing each participant's unique needs, we create personalized treatment options tailored to each individual, ensuring they receive the best possible guidance for their care.
Medzown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran under applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.