Associate General Counsel

About Atropos Health

Atropos Health is the developer of GENEVA™ OS , the operating system for rapid healthcare evidence across a robust network of real-world data. Healthcare and life science organizations work with Atropos Health to close evidence gaps from bench to bedside, improving individual patient outcomes with data-driven care, expediting research that advances the field of medicine, and more. We aim to transform healthcare with timely, relevant real-world evidence.

About the Role

The Associate General Counsel will play a critical role in supporting Atropos Health’s legal team across a broad spectrum of matters. This position requires a versatile attorney capable of handling diverse legal challenges in a fast-paced startup environment. The role involves significant responsibility for commercial contracting while also providing essential support across key legal areas including intellectual property, employment law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Commercial

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements including customer contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership deals

  • Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks to streamline contracting processes

  • Provide guidance on contract terms, risk assessment, and commercial deal structures

• Intellectual Property

  • Support IP strategy including patent prosecution, trademark registration, and copyright protection

  • Draft and review IP-related agreements

  • Collaborate with R&D teams on invention disclosures and patent strategy

• Regulatory Compliance

  • Monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, data privacy laws (HIPAA, GDPR, state privacy laws), and industry-specific requirements

  • Develop compliance policies and procedures

• Employment

  • Provide guidance on employment law compliance including hiring, termination, and workplace policies

  • Draft and review employment agreements, offer letters, and severance packages

• Corporate Governance & General Legal Support

  • Assist with corporate governance matters including board meetings and corporate resolutions

  • Support financing transactions and M&A due diligence

  • Provide general legal counsel on business operations and strategic initiatives

  • Maintain corporate records and legal documentation systems

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Licensed attorney in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably including startup/high-growth company experience

• Strong background in commercial contracting and business transactions

• Experience with intellectual property law

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong business acumen and ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice

Reporting

The Associate General Counsel reports directly to the General Counsel.

Location

We are a remote first company! You must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We cannot support visa sponsorship at this time.

Our Core Values

• Bias to Action. We are driven by urgency and persistence, ensuring our actions contribute to the relentless pursuit of our mission.

• Intellectual Honesty. We are committed to the integrity of our work, seeking truth, and building transparent methodologies that go beyond industry norms.

• Compelled by Curiosity. We seek to solve the unknown, push boundaries, and do not accept the status quo.

• Impactful Innovation. We pioneer solutions that pursue equity and representation that have a transformative impact for our customers, users, and patients.

• Mindful Mentorship. We approach all interactions with an empathetic understanding, actively investing in the growth of each other and our customers.

Perks

•  Health Benefits. Our benefit package includes employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision,  Life, STD, and LTD insurance. We also offer FSA.

• Parental Leave. We offer up to twelve weeks of paid leave for new parents who have been at the company for 6+ months.

• Financial Wellness. Save for retirement through our 401k plan with Human Interest.

• Flexible Work Environment. We're a remote first company with a flexible vacation policy.

• Home Office Stipend. All full-time employees will receive a stipend to support their remote office setup.

• Offsites. As a remote company we take time 2-3 times a year to get together in small teams and all together as a company.

At Atropos, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We are an equal-opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Atropos participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. only after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 is completed. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the following: EVerify Participation & IER Right to Work.