General Counsel

Homeward is rearchitecting the delivery of health and care in partnership with communities everywhere, starting in rural America. Today, 60 million Americans living in rural communities are facing a crisis of access to care. In the U.S. healthcare system, rural Americans experience significantly poorer clinical outcomes. This trend is rapidly accelerating as rural hospitals close and physician shortages increase, exacerbating health disparities. In fact, Americans living in rural communities suffer a mortality rate 23 percent higher than those in urban communities, in part because of the lack of access to quality care.

Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we're creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose-built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality. Homeward supports Medicare-eligible beneficiaries by partnering with health plans, providers, and communities to align incentives - taking full financial accountability for clinical outcomes and the total cost of care across rural counties.

As a public benefit corporation and Certified B Corp, Homeward's mission and business model are aligned to address the healthcare, economic, and demographic challenges that make it challenging for rural Americans to stay healthy. Our Homeward Navigation platform uses advanced analytics to connect members to the right care and local resources that address social determinants of health and improve holistic health outcomes. Since many rural communities lack adequate clinical capacity, Homeward also employs care teams that supplement local practices and reach people who cannot otherwise access care.

Homeward is co-founded by a leadership team that defined and delivered Livongo's products, and backed most recently by a $50 million series B co-led by Arch Ventures and Human Capital, with participation from General Catalyst for a total of $70 million in funding. With this leadership team and funding, Homeward is committed to bringing high-quality healthcare to rural communities in need.

The Opportunity

Join us in revolutionizing healthcare for rural America! We're seeking an experienced and mission-driven General Counsel to lead our legal strategy and operations as we scale value-based care across the country.

As General Counsel, you'll be the strategic legal advisor to our executive team and board, ensuring Homeward Health operates with integrity, compliance, and legal foresight. You'll oversee all legal matters, from healthcare compliance and contracting to risk mitigation and corporate governance, helping us navigate the regulatory complexity of delivering equitable, sustainable care. This is a critical executive leadership role for a healthcare legal expert who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and lead Homeward's legal strategy, aligning with business goals and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations at federal and state levels
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to the executive team and board of directors on a broad range of issues, including corporate governance, strategic partnerships,regulatory and employment risks
• Oversee and optimize contract negotiation and management across all business units - providers, payers, vendors, and partners
• Anticipate and proactively manage legal risk, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to value-based care models
• Lead the resolution of legal disputes and manage any litigation matters
• Partner cross-functionally to support legal needs across operations, compliance, finance, and product
• Maintain corporate records and ensure adherence to best practices in governance and company policy
• Build and lead a high-performing legal team, promoting operational excellence and business enablement
• Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments, particularly in value-based healthcare, fraud and abuse requirements, telehealth laws, AKS, HIPAA, and state data privacy laws

What You'll Bring:

• JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law
• 15+ years of legal experience, including 5+ years in a senior legal role in healthcare, in house experience required
• Proven expertise in healthcare law and regulations, with a deep understanding of value-based care models
• Experience advising high-growth companies and scaling legal infrastructure in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Exceptional judgment, strategic thinking, and ability to convey complex legal issues in clear, practical terms
• Skilled in contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and litigation management
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing legal teams and fostering collaboration across departments
• Comfortable operating autonomously while also working cross-functionally with a business-oriented mindset

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions in healthcare
• Familiarity with intellectual property law, especially in healthtech and innovation
• Expertise in data privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA and related frameworks

What Shapes Our Company:

• Curiosity and Commitment: We are driven by a deep curiosity and commitment to truth, honesty, and knowledge, listening and reflecting with humility, empathy, and compassion to deliver care that enables everyone to achieve their best health.
• Inclusivity and Respect: We cherish diversity in people and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment built on mutual respect where everyone can thrive.
• Intention and Impact: We are deeply committed to the people and communities we serve, acting intentionally and mindfully, recognizing that our decisions have a significant impact and implications.
• Undaunted Innovation: We are undaunted by the magnitude of our mission, embracing the challenge to innovate, invent, and invest in delivering health and care to communities everywhere.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, equity grant, generous paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision insurance with 100% of monthly premium covered for employees
• Company-sponsored 401k plan
• Flexible working arrangement

The base salary range for this position is $310,000-$365,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, location, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work at Homeward Health. This role is eligible for an annual bonus, stock options, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Inclusion & Belonging:

At Homeward, a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you have yet to gain experience in the areas detailed above, we hope you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Homeward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Homeward is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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