Sr. Director, Healthcare Compliance Attorney

Job Description

Progyny is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Healthcare Compliance to oversee and manage our growing healthcare regulatory and compliance needs as we continue to grow. This role will ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations as well as all regulatory reporting requirements for the licenses we hold across multiple jurisdictions. It is key to be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with key regulatory bodies. The Senior Director will also manage a small team and provide leadership to ensure our compliance program meets the highest standards.

What you’ll do…

• Develop, implement, and oversee the healthcare compliance program to ensure adherence to state and federal regulations and state licensing requirements.
• Oversee a team to manage and maintain all healthcare related licenses, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with reporting requirements in each applicable state.
• Monitor evolving regulatory changes and provide strategic guidance to leadership on their impact and required actions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, acting as the primary point of contact for compliance-related matters.
• Lead audits, regulatory reviews, and assessments, ensuring timely preparation and resolution of any findings.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including legal, operations, and product teams, to ensure alignment with compliance requirements and corporate goals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering professional growth and ensuring the team’s effectiveness.
• Create and maintain policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure company-wide compliance awareness.
• Partner with leadership to establish proactive strategies for managing compliance needs and driving operational excellence.

About you…

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA, or MPH) preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in compliance or regulatory affairs within the insurance or healthcare industries, with expertise in state-specific regulations.
• Strong understanding of licensing processes and regulatory requirements for health insurance providers.
• Proven track record of building and managing relationships with regulatory agencies and navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Experience managing and mentoring teams, with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a detail-oriented approach to compliance management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Application process…
If you are a compliance leader with a passion for navigating complex regulatory landscapes and contributing to meaningful change in healthcare, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: This is not a digital nomad or remote international position; candidates must be based in the United States. Progyny is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.

About Progyny:

Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) is a global leader in women’s health and family building solutions, trusted by the nation’s leading employers, health plans and benefit purchasers. We envision a world where everyone can realize dreams of family and ideal health. Our outcomes prove that comprehensive, inclusive and intentionally designed solutions simultaneously benefit employers, patients and physicians.

Our benefits solution empowers patients with concierge support, coaching, education, and digital tools; provides access to a premier network of fertility and women's health specialists who use the latest science and technologies; drives optimal clinical outcomes; and reduces healthcare costs. 

Our mission is to empower healthier, supported journeys through transformative fertility, family building and women’s health benefits. 

Headquartered in New York City, Progyny has been recognized for its leadership and growth as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, CNBC Disruptor 50, Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Forbes' Best Employers, Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies, Inc. 5000, Inc. Power Partners, and Crain's Fast 50 for NYC. For more information, visit .

Our perks:

• Family friendly benefits: Paid family and parental leave, preconception, fertility and family building benefits (including egg freezing, IVF, and adoption support), family and pet care fund, and Parents’ Employee Affiliation Group
• Menopause and midlife care

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance options for employees and family 

• Free in-person, virtual and text-based mental health and wellness support

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal days and summer flex time 

• Company equity 

• Bonus program 

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Access to on-demand legal and financial advice  
• Learning and development programs to help you grow professionally and a mentorship program

• Company social events to include annual volunteer day and donation matching

• Flex days (3 days a week in the office) and onsite meals and snacks for employees reporting into our NY office

In compliance with New York City's Wage Transparency Law, the annual salary [wage] range for NYC-based applicants is: $160,000 - $180,000. There are a variety of factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought/required. Progyny offers a total compensation package comprised of base salary, cash bonus, and equity.

Progyny is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, status as a protected veteran, criminal history consistent with legal requirements or any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation during the recruiting process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] .