Aledade is seeking a Senior Counsel to join our Privacy Team, reporting to our Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel. The ideal candidate will work independently to advise on privacy risk, own key privacy verticals end-to-end, and serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on evolving privacy and AI regulatory issues. The successful candidate must bring strong legal judgment, confidence using AI tools to work efficiently, and enthusiasm for advising the business on emerging AI laws and governance frameworks.
We are flexible with respect to geographic location, and the ideal candidate will be comfortable working remotely/work from home within the US or be based from Bethesda, MD office.
What You’ll Do:
- Independently manage and own discrete privacy verticals, driving projects from issue-spotting through resolution with minimal oversight.
- Provide clear, practical, and business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders on privacy laws applicable to U.S. healthcare organizations, including HIPAA, state privacy and data breach notification laws, and other applicable federal and state requirements.
- Advise business, product, and engineering teams on the use of artificial intelligence, including applicable AI-specific laws and regulations, AI governance frameworks, and responsible AI practices.
- Provide support to our internal commercial contracting team, acting as a subject matter expert for escalated review of privacy-related provisions in vendor agreements, data use agreements, and business associate agreements.
- Support the development and maintenance of privacy policies, procedures, and training materials.
- Partner cross-functionally with Compliance, Security, IT, and business teams to identify privacy risks and implement practical, risk-based solutions.
- Monitor developments in privacy and AI law and proactively communicate implications to relevant stakeholders.
- Support responses to privacy incidents, regulatory inquiries, and audits as needed.
- Use AI tools thoughtfully and effectively in day-to-day legal work to improve efficiency, quality, and turnaround time.
What We’re Looking For:
- J.D. and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing.
- Minimum of 6 years of total legal experience, including at least 2 years at a law firm with substantive privacy or healthcare regulatory work.
- Prior experience advising healthcare organizations or clients on privacy, regulatory, or compliance matters is required.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA and other U.S. privacy laws applicable to healthcare entities; familiarity with emerging state and federal AI laws is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment with limited supervision.
- A self-starter mindset with a genuine willingness to take ownership of projects and privacy verticals, rather than waiting for direction.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-lawyers.
- Comfort and enthusiasm using AI tools (e.g., generative AI, legal research and drafting assistants) as part of a daily legal workflow.
- Interest in and willingness to advise on AI governance and AI-related legal and regulatory issues as they intersect with privacy.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build trust with stakeholders across legal, compliance, product, and business teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), or Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP).
- Familiarity with privacy program frameworks (e.g., NIST Privacy Framework) and/or AI governance frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF).
- Prior in-house experience, particularly within the healthcare or health tech industry.
Who We Are:
Aledade PBC, a public benefit corporation, exists to empower the most transformational part of our health care landscape - independent primary care. We were founded in 2014, and since then, we've become the largest network of independent primary care in the country - helping practices, health centers and clinics deliver better care to their patients and thrive in value-based care. Additionally, by creating value-based contracts across a wide variety of health plans, we aim to flip the script on the traditional fee-for-service model. Our work strengthens continuity of care, aligns incentives and ensures primary care physicians are paid for what they do best - keeping patients healthy. If you want to help create a health care system that is good for patients, good for practices and good for society - and if you're eager to join a collaborative, inclusive and remote-first culture - you've come to the right place.
What Does This Mean for You?
At Aledade PBC, you will be part of a creative culture that is driven by a passion for tackling complex issues with respect, open-mindedness and a desire to learn. You will collaborate with team members who bring a wide range of experiences, interests, backgrounds, beliefs and achievements to their work - and who are all united by a shared passion for public health and a commitment to the Aledade mission.
In addition to time off to support work-life balance and enjoyment, we offer the following comprehensive benefits package designed for the overall well-being of our team members:
Flexible work schedules and the ability to work remotely are available for many roles
Health, dental and vision insurance paid up to 80% for employees, dependents and domestic partners
Robust time-off plan (21 days of PTO in your first year)
Two paid volunteer days and 11 paid holidays
12 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents
Six weeks paid sabbatical after six years of service
Educational Assistant Program and Clinical Employee Reimbursement Program
401(k) with up to 4% match
Stock options
And much more!
At Aledade PBC, we don’t just accept differences, we celebrate them! We strive to attract, develop and retain highly qualified individuals representing the diverse communities where we live and work. Aledade is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions at Aledade are based on merit, qualifications, performance and business needs. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
