[Remote] Senior Counsel, Product at Headway

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Technology, Mental HealthIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of post-bar admittance legal experience with significant healthcare regulatory expertise, particularly in health technology and product counseling
Deep understanding of multi-state healthcare regulations in evolving regulatory environments
Experience serving as a trusted advisor to Engineering, Product, Operations and/or Compliance teams in a healthcare technology environment
Proven ability to translate complex healthcare regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
Track record of balancing compliance obligations with business objectives in fast-paced organizations
Strong communication skills and political savvy to navigate competing priorities and build effective partnerships
JD from accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing (ability to register as NY in-house counsel required)

Responsibilities

Serve as embedded regulatory thought partner to Engineering, Product and Operations teams, providing real-time guidance on use of technology in healthcare delivery, artificial intelligence, and clinical modalities in health technology
Partner with the Compliance team on policy development, audit response, and remediation strategies while providing legal interpretation of healthcare regulations
Translate complex healthcare regulations into practical guidance and tools that Engineering, Product and Operations teams can easily understand and implement
Anticipate regulatory challenges and proactively develop solutions that enable business objectives while facilitating compliance
Build strong relationships across teams to position regulatory guidance as a business enabler rather than an obstacle

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

healthcare regulationslegal complianceproduct lawengineering lawregulatory guidancehealth lawsHIPAAFDA regulationstelehealth lawartificial intelligence

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Counsel, Product role?

Candidates need 5+ years of post-bar admittance legal experience with significant healthcare regulatory expertise, particularly in health technology and product counseling, a deep understanding of multi-state healthcare regulations, and experience serving as a trusted advisor to Engineering, Product, and Operations teams.

Is this position remote or does it require being in a specific location?

The company prefers candidates based in New York but will consider exceptional candidates nationwide.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Headway?

Headway views legal as a strategic partner rather than a roadblock, positions regulatory guidance as a business enabler, and aims to make your time there the most meaningful experience of your career while helping to change mental healthcare for the better.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Counsel, Product position?

A strong candidate has 5+ years of legal experience with deep healthcare regulatory expertise in health technology, experience advising product and engineering teams, and the ability to translate complex regulations into practical guidance while building relationships across teams.

Headway

Connects patients with affordable mental health services

About Headway

Headway simplifies the process of finding and paying for mental health therapy. It operates in the mental health market, addressing the challenge that many Americans face in accessing care due to high costs and complicated insurance processes. For individuals, Headway provides a platform where they can easily search for therapists and psychiatrists who accept their insurance, allowing them to find the right mental health care without incurring out-of-pocket expenses. For mental health care providers, Headway reduces the administrative workload associated with accepting insurance, enabling them to focus more on patient care. The company connects patients with providers while ensuring effective use of insurance, and it generates revenue by partnering with health plans and providers. Headway's goal is to create a more accessible and affordable mental healthcare system.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$318.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Equity Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

HSA / FSA

401K

Work-from-Home Stipend

Therapy Reimbursement

16-week parental leave for eligible employees

Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership

13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st

Flexible Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and professional development

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like BetterHelp and Talkspace.

Potential backlash from professionals feeling undervalued by Headway's platform.

Regulatory scrutiny as Headway expands into Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.

Differentiation

Headway simplifies finding and paying for therapy with an insurance-accepting provider network.

It reduces administrative burdens for mental health professionals, enhancing focus on patient care.

Headway's platform offers both virtual and in-person therapy sessions, increasing accessibility.

Upsides

Raised $100M in Series D to expand into Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.

Partnerships with Cigna and Blues plan to expand services to all 50 states.

Growing demand for telehealth services boosts Headway's market potential.

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