Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare. You Will:
- Draft, negotiate, and advise cross-functional teams on a wide variety of commercial agreements with a focus on Payer contracts, including contracts for new business development initiatives, supplier agreements, business associate agreements, data agreements, consulting agreements, partnership agreements, NDAs and vendor contracts
- Provide thoughtful and practical product, business, and legal counseling on various legal risks, business strategies, and other issues related to product features, including AI-enabled products and services, commercial transactions, and general operations
- Manage and resolve complicated legal and privacy issues related to commercial deals, and drive alignment with various cross-functional teams
- Advise on legal and commercial issues arising from the development, deployment, and commercialization of AI-enabled products and services, including risk allocation, data usage, data rights, privacy laws, IP ownership, and evolving regulatory and product considerations
- Own the entire contracting cycle--from initial draft to execution--and collaborate with business and product teams to drive contract negotiations to timely and successful completion
- Develop familiarity with internal departments and the Company's business practices to help identify and manage risk related to contracts and accurately and clearly communicate the meaning of contract terms and associated risks as they relate to the business
What You Will Bring to the Table:
- J.D., with strong academic credentials and membership in at least one U.S. state bar
- 7+ years' commercial or corporate experience in-house or at a law firm
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with ability to advocate for a position while maintaining a collaborative and open-minded approach
- Highly organized, reliable, detail-oriented, and diligent
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements for technology-enabled or AI-driven products or services in a fast-moving commercial environment
- Ability to work on multiple issues simultaneously and to set appropriate priorities with clients and to deliver results efficiently
- Proven ability to provide entrepreneurial, pragmatic, business-oriented advice, with a dedication to superior customer service
- Ability to operate autonomously while being a team player who brings a positive attitude to the job
Bonus Points For:
- Commercial transaction experience with healthcare payer contracting with significant experience drafting, negotiating and managing commercial deals for payer organizations (either in-house or at a law firm)
- Experience and knowledge of U.S. healthcare and privacy laws, including HIPAA and data privacy rights and related issues
We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. This role is eligible for bonus/commission, and the range below is inclusive of those targets. The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is:
$180,000
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$258,000 USD The estimated base salary range (not including bonus/commission) for this role is:
$150,000
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$215,000 USD To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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Datavant
Jan 28, 2026