Commercial Counsel, Nayya
$185-220k
3 days a week in office
Agentic AI adviser for health & wealth
Job no longer available
Agentic AI adviser for health & wealth
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
$185-220k
3 days a week in office
101-200 employees
Company mission
To connect people’s most important information so they can thrive in their health and wealth.
Role
Who you are
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the state bar
- 5-8 years of experience, including at a reputable law firm (Big Law experience and tech transactions preferred) and prior in-house experience. The ideal candidate would have experience in the employee benefits or healthcare sectors
- Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating technology-related contracts, with a focus on SaaS agreements
- Strong knowledge and understanding of privacy and data security issues, with experience navigating HIPAA and executing DPAs strongly preferred
- Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, capable of understanding and advising on complex legal, regulatory, and business issues
- Proven track record of working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities, and adapting to changing business needs
- Collaborative, proactive solutions-oriented mindset, with a consultative approach and a strong sense of ownership balanced with the ability to work within a team
- Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities to navigate ambiguity and develop creative solutions to complex challenges
- Prior employment law experience is a plus, but not required
- Sense of humor
What the job involves
- We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Commercial Counsel to join our in-house legal team
- This role will provide legal guidance on a variety of matters, focusing on commercial contracts and compliance
- This role will be responsible for proactively providing practical legal advice that balances risk mitigation and commercial objectives, enabling the company to achieve its growth and innovation goals
- The ideal candidate will have Big Law experience, preferably in a tech transactions team, a background in the healthcare or employee benefits industry and be adept at navigating complex legal and regulatory environments
- Assist the VP of Legal in overseeing the legal aspects of our business
- Provide strategic legal guidance on commercial contracts, regulatory matters, and risk mitigation strategies, with a strong emphasis on privacy and HIPAA regulations
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, licensing agreements, vendor agreements, partnerships, and other commercial transactions
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly in the areas of healthcare, data privacy (e.g., HIPAA, CCPA), and licensing requirements
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Customer Success, and Regulatory teams to align legal strategies with business objectives and drive growth initiatives
- Stay up-to-date with legal developments, industry trends, and best practices related to commercial contracting, healthcare, privacy laws, and insurance regulations
- Provide training and guidance to non-legal staff on contract management processes, policies, and best practices
- Lead or participate in projects to improve internal processes and increase the efficiency and scalability of commercial legal support
- Demonstrate creative problem-solving abilities to navigate ambiguity and develop innovative solutions to complex legal and regulatory challenges in a rapidly evolving industry
Our take
Nayya helps employers promote smart benefit choices amongst their workforce. Its tools use AI and data science to supply individualized benefit recommendations and automated healthcare claims assistance to the end-user.
Nayya is filling an innovative market niche: whilst 85% of employees would welcome help selecting the right benefits, companies often struggle to offer it. The company responds to this demand by partnering with leading employers, tech partners, and insurance carriers/brokers to help maximize the results of their health benefits spend.
Nayya has secured a high degree of investment since its founding, which it has used to expand its software features. For example, in 2025 it launched the first agentic benefits adviser, that is capable of giving tailored guidance to employees. With this, Nayya holds its position at the front of the market, which should enable it to keep growing its footprint and customer base.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
7% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Jan 2021
$11m
SERIES A
Jul 2020
$2.7m
SEED
Total funding: $13.8m
Company benefits
- Well-being, mental health, and employee assistance solutions
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Equity Options
- Sabbatical Program
- Nayya Health Days
- Unlimited PTO
- Company - wide retreats
- Medical, Dental & Vision
Company HQ
Greenwich Village, New York, NY
Leadership
Sina Chehrazi
(Executive Chair & Founder)Graduated from Georgetown University with a Doctor in Law. Became Director of Enterprise Sales & Partnerships at Demyst and then at Enigma. Alongside serving as CEO at Nayya, they are a Mentor at Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator.
Sarah Liebel
(CEO)Joined the company in 2024 as President and COO. They are an Advisor at BetterUp, where they previously held positions such as Chief Growth Officer, an Independent Member of the Board of Directors at Aterian and a Kauffman Fellow.
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