Director, Corporate Counsel

Our client, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a Director, Corporate Counsel – Privacy to provide legal guidance on enterprise-wide privacy compliance, corporate initiatives, and integrated healthcare operations. This role will advise business leaders on HIPAA, HITECH, state privacy regulations, data use, AI development, and other privacy-related matters while supporting contract negotiations, business associate agreements, and privacy program improvements. The ideal candidate will be a licensed attorney with a strong background in privacy law, experience advising cross-functional business teams, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment. Healthcare industry experience and CIPP or CIPM certification are preferred. This position is ideally hybrid in Denver, Colorado, but remote candidates located anywhere in the U.S. will also be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel on privacy matters affecting the organization's integrated kidney care operations

Deliver comprehensive legal analysis and practical recommendations to business stakeholders regarding operational projects and strategic initiatives

Collaborate with fellow privacy attorneys and Privacy Operations personnel to coordinate legal advice and translate regulatory obligations into operational requirements

Identify emerging privacy concerns and proactively advise business and legal teams on HIPAA, applicable state privacy laws, and other relevant regulatory requirements

Review, advise on, and negotiate contracts and business associate agreements involving privacy considerations

Partner strategically with business leadership to understand operational objectives and develop solutions that achieve business goals while maintaining privacy compliance

Work alongside internal attorneys, compliance professionals, and business stakeholders to evaluate and resolve legal questions involving data use, artificial intelligence development, and related privacy matters

Contribute to initiatives and projects managed by the Privacy Office's legal function

Support improvements to privacy programs, operational procedures, and internal compliance processes

Assist with leading legal privacy projects and coordinating related initiatives

Travel occasionally as needed, approximately 5%

Experience and Education

Juris Doctor degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience

Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar, including the ability to obtain admission in Colorado through waiver if necessary

At least two years of professional experience practicing privacy law

CIPP or CIPM certification is preferred

Previous experience working within the healthcare industry is desirable

Knowledge of healthcare privacy compliance involving federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and state breach notification requirements, is advantageous

Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating technology agreements, data-related contracts, and other legal documents involving healthcare operations

Ability to balance competing legal matters and shifting priorities within a demanding, fast-paced business environment

Demonstrate sound professional judgment, maturity, and a collaborative approach when working with colleagues and stakeholders

Strong analytical reasoning and decision-making abilities, including recognizing matters requiring timely escalation

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to listen effectively and engage professionals across all organizational levels

Expected salary for this role is $115,000 - $155,000 commensurate with experience, training, skills, qualifications, and other market factors.

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Job ID: 7674