Director, Legal Affairs

Position: Director, Legal Affairs

Reports To: Chief Finance & Administration Officer

Department: Legal Affairs

Supervisory Role: Yes

Location: Remote, U.S.
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director, Legal Affairs provides counsel that supports Changent operations, partnerships, and decision-making across the organization. This role advises leadership on legal obligations, organizational risk, and complex matters involving contracts, regulations, governance, and employment law.

Working across the organization, the Director leads legal affairs activities related to contracts, governance, privacy, and organizational risk. This position provides proactive legal guidance to leadership and Board of Directors on complex matters affecting organizational operations, partnerships, and strategic priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

30% | Legal Strategy & Organizational Counsel

• Advise executive leadership, and board of directors as needed, on nonprofit governance, healthcare regulations, employment law, risk exposure, and organizational strategy.
• Review and interpret organizational policies and procedures and assess alignment with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Review critical business agreements and vendor contracts, providing substantive legal insights and guidance.
• Oversee intellectual property, commercial leases, licensing, and related legal matters.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel and oversee claims, disputes, litigation, and other legal proceedings.

25% | Compliance, Privacy & Regulatory Oversight

• Develop, implement, and enhance compliance programs that promote ethical conduct and regulatory adherence.
• Partner with Operations to support administrative, technical, and physical safeguards related to privacy and data protection.
• Provide legal guidance and training on compliance, privacy, and regulatory matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and evaluate organizational implications.

20% | Legal Risk & Dispute Resolution

• Advise leaders on legal and operational risks associated with organizational activities, initiatives, and partnerships.
• Partner with organizational leaders to support complaint management and resolution.
• Evaluate considerations and potential risk implications associated with organizational decisions and activities.

15% | Governance & Board Support

• Advise the Board of Directors on compliance matters, governance responsibilities, and fiduciary duties.
• Prepare board materials and ensure adherence to nonprofit governance best practices.

10% | Employment Law & Labor Relations

• Provide legal guidance on labor and employment laws and related legal matters.
• Partner with HR on employment-related matters involving legal risk and organizational policy, as needed.
• Partner with HR on investigations, disciplinary actions, and other sensitive personnel matters, as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCE

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar required.
• Minimum 10 years of legal experience required. Experience within nonprofit, healthcare, regulatory, or other mission-driven organizations preferred.
• Experience supporting organizations that work across healthcare, public sector, and other complex partner environments.
• Experience advising executive leadership and governing boards on legal, governance, compliance, and organizational matters.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations in support of organizational operations and decision-making.
• Experience reviewing, negotiating, and advising on contracts and legal agreements.
• Experience managing outside counsel and matters involving litigation, claims, disputes, or other legal proceedings.
• Experience supporting privacy, compliance, and risk-related initiatives, including HIPAA and data privacy requirements.
• Experience managing intellectual property portfolios preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, health privacy, data security, and related regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to assess legal risk, exercise sound judgment and provide legal guidance in complex situations.
• Ability to communicate complex legal and compliance matters to non-legal audiences and support informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and complex legal matters.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position reports to the Chief Finance & Administration Officer and has direct reports.