Head of Regulatory & Compliance

About the role:

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Compliance and Regulatory to join our Legal team. This role will report to the General Counsel. You will play a leading role in the design and execution of Garner’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) strategy. You will serve as the primary subject matter expert for the regulatory frameworks governing our products (ERISA, HIPAA, IRS, state-level TPA, privacy, and insurance regimes, etc.), and you will help to implement and refine a proactive, scalable compliance infrastructure that supports and stays ahead of our rapid expansion and shifting risk profile.

Where you will work:

Garner is headquartered in NYC, but this position is available for individuals who are comfortable with remote work and occasional travel to HQ.

What you will do:

• Help build and own a mature, scalable GRC framework to manage Garner’s regulatory risks, obligations, and internal policies
• Serve as the internal point-person for the Revenue, Marketing, and other teams on day-to-day regulatory and compliance-related challenges and questions
• Manage Garner’s ongoing compliance obligations, including its license application and renewal program and other required regulatory filings
• Partner with the Product Team to provide guidance on new product initiatives and changes to existing products, ensuring that innovations remain compliant with applicable rules
• Develop and maintain formal protocols for internal and external investigations, risk assessments, and incident response preparation
• Provide generalist legal support on an as-needed basis

The ideal candidate has:

• 7+ years of experience in regulatory and compliance, with practical working knowledge of key regulatory regimes applicable to Garner
• A J.D. from a U.S. law school and admitted to a state bar
• Proven experience building compliance programs from the ground up in a high-growth or startup environment
• A willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do whatever is necessary to ensure company success
• Ideally, experience working in a rapidly-evolving startup environment
• A desire to be a part of a high-performing, mission-driven team that operates with intense urgency, a strong sense of individual accountability, and a commitment to authentic feedback

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing company in a transformative role, helping shape the future of healthcare.

Please note: we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Compensation Transparency:

The base salary range for this position is $240,000 - $270,000. Individual compensation for this role will depend on various factors, including qualifications, skills, and applicable laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in our equity incentive and competitive benefits plans, including but not limited to: flexible PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision plan options, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, Teladoc Health and more.