Head of Regulatory & Compliance

Garner’s mission is to transform the healthcare economy, delivering high-quality and affordable care for all.

We are fundamentally reimagining how healthcare works in the U.S. by partnering with employers to redesign healthcare benefits using clear incentives and powerful, data-driven insights. Our approach guides employees to higher-quality, lower-cost care, creating a system that works better for everyone. Patients achiev...

Garner is one of the fastest-growing healthcare technology companies in the country. Our products are trusted by the most sophisticated employers and providers in the industry, and we are building a team of talented, mission-driven individuals who are motivated to make a meaningful impact on healthcare at scale.

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

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.