The RoleAbridge is seeking an experienced Privacy Counsel to lead our privacy team and scale our privacy and data governance program as the company grows. This is a highly visible role at the intersection of artificial intelligence, healthcare, data governance, data protection, and product innovation.
You will serve as a trusted legal advisor to senior leadership and partner closely with Security, Product, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams. You will provide practical, risk-based guidance, lead critical privacy and data initiatives, and build systems that enable Abridge to innovate responsibly while meeting evolving regulatory and customer expectations.
The ideal candidate brings deep privacy expertise, sound business judgment, and experience operating with autonomy and leading a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What You'll Do- Lead Abridge's privacy program, providing practical, product-focused counseling to the Security, Product and Engineering teams.
- Advise teams on privacy laws related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, clinical data, product development, and the responsible use of sensitive information.
- Build and scale practical, cross-functional privacy programs aligned with HIPAA and other applicable U.S. privacy frameworks, including CCPA/CPRA, biometric privacy laws, and emerging state privacy legislation.
- Support data sharing and ecosystem questions (first/third-party, vendors, partners, internal platform services), including governance and contractual expectations in partnership with commercial counsel.
- Manage government and regulator discussions, negotiations, and disclosures on privacy matters.
- Monitor evolving privacy, cybersecurity, healthcare, and AI regulations, assess their potential impact on Abridge, and translate developments into clear recommendations and action plans.
- Help maintain and update privacy and security policies and notices.
- Draft, maintain, and operationalize privacy policies, playbooks, templates, governance standards, and training materials that promote awareness and consistent decision-making across the company.
What You'll Bring- Have 15+ years of experience with a mix of in-house, health tech, or technology-focused law firm roles.
- Experience leading, developing, advising, and evaluating programs that ensure products comply with laws, regulations, and external commitments.
- Deep knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare privacy requirements, as well as CCPA/CPRA, biometric privacy laws, and applicable U.S. state privacy and data security frameworks.
- Proven track record leading a team.
- A practical, risk-based approach and the ability to balance legal, regulatory, business, and customer considerations.
- Strong business judgment and the ability to work independently in an environment that values autonomy, accountability, and trust.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, actionable guidance for technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority matters in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
- A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
Bonus Points If...- Strong preference for prior experience on healthcare or health tech.
- Familiarity with recent trends in the intersection of privacy regulations and artificial intelligence.
This is a hybrid role open to candidates in New York or San Francisco. Candidates must be willing to work from our SF or NY office 3x per week (M/W/F).How we take care of Abridgers:- Generous Time Off: 14 paid holidays, flexible PTO for salaried employees, and accrued time off for hourly employees
- Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all full-time employees and their families.
- Generous HSA Contribution: If you choose a High Deductible Health Plan, Abridge makes monthly contributions to your HSA.
- Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave for all full-time employees.
- Family Forming Benefits: Resources and financial support to help you build your family.
- 401(k) Matching: Contribution matching to help invest in your future.
- Personal Device Allowance: Tax free funds for personal device usage.
- Pre-tax Benefits: Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Commuter Benefits.
- Lifestyle Wallet: Monthly contributions for fitness, professional development, coworking, and more.
- Mental Health Support: Dedicated access to therapy and coaching to help you reach your goals.
- Sabbatical Leave: Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of employment.
- Compensation and Equity: Competitive compensation and equity grants for full time employees.
- ... and much more!
