About the Role
Hinge Health is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Commercial Counsel to join our legal team. This role will focus on supporting our commercial, sales, and procurement teams, helping draft and negotiate contracts and get deals over the finish line. The Commercial Counsel will also have the opportunity to work on projects outside the commercial sphere as the need arises. This is a unique opportunity to join a small team as we grow, both as a team and a company. You’ll work closely with other lawyers on our team, as well as in close coordination with the business groups you’ll support, including access to leadership. This role provides a clear path for growth and endless opportunities to learn.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who loves to learn, is willing to roll up their sleeves and dive in and has in-house experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment for a recently public company. We are looking for someone with experience drafting and negotiating contracts who is also interested in pitching in in other areas, as the work allows. The ideal candidate has a base set of skills and a hunger and excitement for learning more, honing their existing skill set and growing as an attorney at Hinge Health.
What You’ll Accomplish
Help ensure success of the commercial teams. Support Hinge Health commercial endeavors by leading contract reviews, contact negotiations, and serving as the main legal contact for the commercial team.
Protect the company from unnecessary risk. Spot potential issues in commercial contracts, think creatively to solve problems, and connect and collaborate with cross functional teams to move initiatives forward.
Manage templates and create efficiencies in our contracting process. Continuously refine templates and contract workflows, support the development of our contract management system, and provide training to our business partners.
Advise on healthcare regulatory matters and contract interpretation. Advise internal clients on regulatory risks as they arise, advise on healthcare and privacy regulations, and advise on and interpret contract terms.
Basic Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to, and in good standing with, at least one state bar
5+ years of experience, with strong experience in the drafting and negotiation of healthcare and technology contracts
Preferred Qualifications
Digital health experience
Familiarity with AI tools for legal work
Experience with TPA/payor contracts, healthcare contracts, referral/reseller contracts, SaaS service agreements
Knowledge of insurance law, privacy law, ERISA and benefits law, and/or healthcare FWA laws
Experience with a Contract Lifecycle Management System like Ironclad
Law firm experience or experience in-house at a digital health company
Excellent judgment and ability to balance legal risks with business strategy
Ability to thrive independently and manage your own time and workload in a fast-paced environment, and can handle ambiguity and shifting priorities with flexibility, patience, and humor
About Hinge Health
Hinge Health leverages software, including AI, to largely automate care for joint and muscle health, delivering an outstanding member experience, improved member outcomes, and cost reductions for its clients. The company has designed its platform to address a broad spectrum of MSK care—from acute injury, to chronic pain, to post-surgical rehabilitation—and the platform can help to ease members’ pain, improve their function, and reduce their need for surgeries, all while driving health equity by allowing members to engage in their exercise therapy sessions from anywhere. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more at http://www.hingehealth.com
What You'll Love About Us
Inclusive healthcare and benefits: On top of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, we offer employees and their family members help with gender-affirming care, tools for family and fertility planning, and travel reimbursements if healthcare isn’t available where you live.
Planning for the future: Start saving for the future with our traditional or Roth 401k retirement plan options which include a 2% company match.
Modern life stipends: Manage your own learning and development
Culture and Engagement
Hinge Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you feel you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, let us know by reaching out to your recruiter. By submitting your application you are acknowledging we are using your personal data as outlined in the personnel and candidate privacy policy.
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