Interim Senior Commercial Counsel

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s client has an immediate need for an Interim Senior Commercial Counsel.

Overview : Our client seeks a seasoned and strategic Senior Commercial Counsel to lead their commercial legal function and provide expert guidance on privacy, AI, and product.

Company : Dallas-based healthcare workforce solutions and staffing company.

Experience : 10+ years of relevant experience.

Location : Remote or hybrid 3 days / week onsite in Dallas w / possibility of conversion to perm in Dallas.

Responsibilities Include :

• Lead and manage the commercial legal team, overseeing strategic contract negotiations, vendor agreements, partnerships, and licensing, ensuring alignment with business goals and risk tolerance.
• Advise on AI use cases, including risk assessments, governance frameworks, & compliance with new regulations.
• Counsel product teams on privacy-by-design principles, AI regulatory compliance, and data management.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, TCPA and state-specific privacy laws, including maintaining internal policies on privacy, data governance and protection, AI development and deployment, and HIPAA.
• Partner with executive leadership to assess legal risks and opportunities in new markets, technologies, and business models, promoting a “smart-risk” mindset, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance.
• Manage and mentor a team of attorneys & legal pros, fostering a culture of excellence, agility, and collaboration.
• Work with IT, Compliance, HR, & business teams to educate & ensure risk-calibrated alignment across depts.
• Represent the commercial, privacy, AI and product legal function in C-Suite / board-level discussions and planning.

Qualifications Include :

Job ID : 233101

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page :

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.