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AmwellSr. Counsel, Government & Commercial
Amwell seeks a practical attorney to act as Senior Legal Counsel focusing on government and commercial matters. Operating in a remote setting, this position centers on…
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Amwell seeks a practical attorney to act as Senior Legal Counsel focusing on government and commercial matters. Operating in a remote setting, this position centers on federal commercial contracting and compliance, including managing prime contracts, subcontracts, and program obligations. Beyond government contracts, the lawyer will handle clinical agreements, employment issues, privacy topics, and litigation support. This opportunity suits a professional who enjoys a blend of specialized government contracting work and…
Job Description
Amwell seeks a practical attorney to act as Senior Legal Counsel focusing on government and commercial matters. Operating in a remote setting, this position centers on federal commercial contracting and compliance, including managing prime contracts, subcontracts, and program obligations. Beyond government contracts, the lawyer will handle clinical agreements, employment issues, privacy topics, and litigation support.
This opportunity suits a professional who enjoys a blend of specialized government contracting work and broad generalist responsibilities. The ideal person thrives close to the business, communicates complex legal concepts plainly, and offers sensible guidance across multiple departments.
Amwell operates as a telehealth technology company dedicated to expanding healthcare access through a platform supporting urgent, acute, specialty, and behavioral care. For nearly two decades, the organization has partnered with major health organizations globally to transform care delivery. Team members work in a virtual-first environment that emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Manage federal government contracting, serving as the subject matter expert for commercial and compliance obligations in prime contracts and subcontracts
- Draft and negotiate time-sensitive agreements with domestic and international clients, vendors, and providers, including SaaS, licensing, and data protection terms
- Advise business stakeholders on contract structure, risk allocation, procurement rules, and healthcare regulations
- Review customer proposals, public-sector RFPs, and associated certifications
- Participate in regulatory, compliance, and special cross-functional projects
- Assist human resources with workplace policies, employment agreements, and separation documents
- Help manage disputes, litigation holds, discovery, subpoenas, and settlement strategies
- Contribute to internal contract templates, playbooks, and self-service compliance tools
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
- Fifteen or more years of relevant legal practice, featuring substantial commercial contracting experience
- Demonstrated background handling federal, state, or local government procurement and contracting compliance
- Experience drafting and negotiating technology, software licensing, and healthcare agreements
- Ability to assess operational risk and communicate clearly with non-lawyers
Qualifications
- In-house legal experience at a digital health, SaaS, technology, or healthcare company
- Possession of or eligibility for a T1 public trust clearance
- Familiarity with telehealth, health plans, health providers, and data security regulations
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexible personal time off and vacation policies
- 401(k) matching
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave for maternity and paternity
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Complimentary access to Amwell Telehealth Services, SilverCloud, and The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic
- Complimentary Calm app subscription
- Tuition assistance program
- Pet insurance
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote role within a virtual-first work environment.
What is the employment type?
The position is a full-time, salaried, and exempt role.
What is the salary range for this role?
The typical base salary range is between $170,190 and $208,010, with potential eligibility for annual bonuses and variable compensation depending on performance and role specifics.
Are candidates required to undergo identity verification?
Yes, candidates must complete an identity verification step through Greenhouse Identity Verification powered by CLEAR during the interview process as a condition of continuing.
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