Director, Corporate Counsel

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.