As the Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory, you will be based in New York City & play a key role in supporting the company's regulatory & compliance efforts & overseeing litigation. This position is responsible for providing expert legal counsel on a wide range of healthcare regulatory matters, including optometry, opticianry, telehealth, & FDA compliance. You will develop & implement compliance strategies, monitor new legislation, & manage litigation & other legal matters. Sound like the job for you? Read on!

What youll do: 

• Advise internal teams on a wide range of healthcare regulatory matters related to the provision of holistic vision care, including optometry & opticianry, state corporate practice of medicine laws, telehealth, FTC & FDA compliance, as well as anti-kickback statutes.
• Develop & implement compliance strategies, policies, & procedures that support rapid growth & innovative digital health offerings. 
• Support regulatory litigation & enforcement matters, including responding to subpoenas & inquiries, conducting investigations & negotiating resolutions to disputes.
• Provide legal support for new growth initiatives & partnerships that drive the expansion of the companys vision care offerings.
• Monitor new state & federal legislation to ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance with respect to key agreements with partners & third parties.
• Advise on the companys government affairs strategy.

Who you are:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school & licensed to practice law in New York.
• Backed by 7+ years of relevant experience in healthcare law, preferably including both law firm & in-house legal department roles, or a combination of training & experience that demonstrates equivalent expertise.
• Strong working knowledge of federal & state healthcare laws & regulations relevant to our business, including FDA, Medicare/Medicaid, & corporate practice of medicine (CPOM) rules; international regulatory experience considered a plus.
• Demonstrated skills in providing clear, practical legal guidance, with proven drafting, negotiation, & research abilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across legal & business teams.

Extra Credit

• Familiarity with HIPAA & other laws governing the privacy of health information.
• Retail industry experience.

Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:

• Health, vision, & dental insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible vacation policy
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with a company match
• Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
• Short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bereavement Support
• Education Reimbursement
• Free eyewear
• And more (just ask!)