Vice President, Head of Legal and Compliance
Company: Workforce Genetics
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Workforce Genetics presents an
opportunity for a VP of Legal & Compliance, reporting to the CEO
and working closely with the Board of Directors. The Vice President
of Legal and Compliance (VP of Legal & Compliance) is responsible
for managing all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters for a
clinical laboratory. This role ensures adherence to federal and
state healthcare regulations, mitigates legal risks, and implements
policies to maintain operational integrity. The VP will provide
strategic legal counsel to executive leadership, manage compliance
programs, and oversee corporate governance to protect the
organization’s interests. Additionally, the VP of Legal &
Compliance will be responsible for: • Providing legal guidance to
the executive team on corporate matters, contracts, and risk
management. • Oversee the development, negotiation, and review of
contracts, including vendor agreements, payer contracts, and
partnerships. • Ensure compliance with corporate governance
requirements advise the board on legal matters, and serve as the
compliance officer of the company, reporting to the Board of
Directors Audit Committee. • Manage legal disputes, litigation, and
external legal counsel relationships. • Ensure compliance with
healthcare regulations, including CLIA, HIPAA, Stark Law,
Anti-Kickback Statute, and FDA guidelines. • Develop, implement,
and monitor policies to prevent compliance violations and mitigate
risks. • Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify
potential legal and regulatory exposures. • Oversee incident
investigations, compliance reporting, and corrective action plans.
• Lead data privacy initiatives and ensure compliance with HIPAA
and other applicable privacy laws. • Develop and enforce ethical
guidelines and compliance training programs for employees. • Serve
as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and manage responses
to audits or inquiries. • Lead and develop the legal and compliance
team to ensure alignment with business objectives. • Educate and
train employees on regulatory requirements, compliance best
practices, and ethical conduct. What will be required: • Juris
Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active bar
membership required. • 10 years of experience in legal and
compliance roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position. •
Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, including CLIA, HIPAA,
Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute. • Experience in the clinical
laboratory, healthcare, or life sciences industry. • Proven ability
to manage regulatory audits, investigations, and risk mitigation
strategies. • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication
skills. • Ability to work cross-functionally with executive
leadership, regulatory bodies, and external legal counsel. This
position offers a competitive salary, full benefits, stock options,
and an annual bonus based on company and personal performance.
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