Counsel, Commercial/Product

Reposted 9 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
134K-201K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Provide legal advice and support for commercial transactions, focusing on healthcare data, technology agreements, and compliance issues, while collaborating with multiple stakeholders to drive business growth.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Truven by Merative, we turn complex healthcare data into clear, actionable insights. Our solutions help organizations improve population health, control costs, and strengthen program performance.
Our core products include:
• Health Insights and Springbuk: Benefit program analytics and member engagement tools
• MarketScan: The industry’s largest, longest‑running U.S. claims database for research
• Flexible Analytics: Solutions to enhance population health and program performance
At Truven, you’ll join a team transforming healthcare through data, innovation, and real‑world impact—working alongside experts committed to improving health outcomes nationwide.

Ready to transform healthcare with powerful data, trusted insights, and real-world results?

At Truven, we’re not just working with healthcare data, we’re changing how the industry uses it to improve lives. We’re seeking Counsel to provide proactive, practical and strategic legal advice to support a high-performing, growth-oriented business, driving sales and innovation using emerging technologies, and working in a regulated environment. You’ll work closely with the Legal team, senior business leaders and key stakeholders across the organization to provide counsel on legal issues and risk mitigation guidance while driving impact across transactions, products and compliance.

Your primary focus will be commercial transactions, negotiating and structuring real world data, technology and strategic alliance agreements. You will also have meaningful exposure to a wide variety of privacy and regulatory compliance issues and the product development cycle.

Your expertise will help turn healthcare data into clear, actionable strategies that drive better outcomes and smarter decisions. You’ll have a direct hand in work that impacts real people, every day. If you’re excited about meaningful work, energized by big challenges, and comfortable rolling up your sleeves with a team that values rigor, integrity, and impact—we’d love to hear from you. 

How you will contribute:

  • Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial and government agreements (enterprise SaaS and data contracts, business associate agreements, data processing agreements, strategic partnerships, vendor contracts, and more).
  • Negotiate directly with large enterprise customers, government customers and strategic partners, balancing speed-to-close with thoughtful risk mitigation.
  • Learn and understand Truven’s products, business model, strategy, culture, etc. to develop a deep understanding of the business and support its goals by providing practical and actionable legal advice on privacy, product, compliance and enforcement matters as they arise.
  • Build strong business relationships with leadership, internal stakeholders, and external parties to advance business and legal interests and to collaborate on the development of new products, technologies and markets.
  • Assist in building smarter process to help scale contracting and drive compliance.
  • Work with existing contract management systems and contract processes and identify, implement and support improvements.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed, requested, and/or assigned.

About You:

You’re looking to own meaningful deals, learn fast, and build credibility as a business partner. In this role, you’ll work across commercial, product, privacy, and regulated-tech issues—working directly with Sales, Product, Security, and Operations to help deliver, sell, and scale.

  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and qualified to practice law in house in the state where you live/work (or ability to obtain promptly).
  • 3+ years of relevant experience (law firm and/or in-house) supporting commercial, product, technology, and/or regulated-industry work.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a track record of moving deals forward and closing complex agreements.
  • A practical, business-first mindset: you can spot risk, explain it clearly, and propose options that keep teams shipping.
  • Comfort working in a fast-moving environment with multiple stakeholders, shifting priorities, and tight deadlines—without losing attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; you collaborate well with Sales, Product, Engineering/Security, and Operations.
  • Working knowledge of data privacy concepts and the ability to support privacy-forward contracting (e.g., DPAs, BAAs, data use terms).
  • Experience in health tech, data, SaaS, analytics, or other regulated technology environments.
  • Exposure to government customers, public sector procurement, and/or flow-down requirements is a plus.

What We Offer

A team connected by a bigger purpose - Truven offers a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization, dedicated to transforming healthcare through trusted analytics and data-driven solutions.

A culture rooted in collaboration and kindness – We believe great work starts with mutual respect and genuine teamwork. It's not just about what you achieve—it’s about how you get there. We know that solving big, complex challenges is easier (and more fun) when you’re surrounded by smart, motivated people who support each other and work toward common goals.

A place to build and grow your career – We believe that learning never stops, curiosity should be celebrated, and every challenge is a chance to grow. Here, you won’t just build skills—you’ll build a career that evolves with you.

A total rewards package that reflects our values – We believe in taking care of our people and their families, so they can bring their best selves to work. We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, annual bonus plan, paid time off, remote work flexibility and more.

If you’re inspired by the opportunity to use data and analytics to drive real change in healthcare, Truven offers a chance to do just that. Here, your work will help clients make informed decisions that improve care, reduce costs, and support healthier communities—locally and globally. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in healthcare through insight, integrity, and innovation.

Compensation

The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations. For base-salary + commission sales roles, the range represents On-Target Earnings.

Min – Max :

$133,709.66 - $200,564.48 (USD)

Benefits

The benefits described represent the current offerings at our organization, however, benefits are subject to change and may vary by location and employment status.  We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, wellness, and financial goals.  Please note that benefits may be discussed in more detail during the hiring process.

  • Remote first / work from home culture

  • Flexible vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones

  • Paid leave benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401k retirement savings plan

  • Infertility benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!



It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Merative participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Skills Required

  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and qualified to practice law in state of residence
  • 3+ years of relevant experience supporting commercial, product, technology, and/or regulated-industry work
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a track record of closing complex agreements
  • Working knowledge of data privacy concepts

Merative Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Merative and has not been reviewed or approved by Merative.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Remote and hybrid flexibility supports work–life balance. Flexible schedules and remote-first norms are positioned as a relative bright spot across many roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible or unlimited PTO policies are available in many roles alongside paid sick time. Parental leave adds further breadth to time-off options.
  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Base pay is considered fair to good in select roles, with some positions characterized as having solid compensation. Competitive ranges are evident for certain senior product and architecture roles.

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The Company
Ann Arbor, MI
1,585 Employees
Year Founded: 2022

What We Do

Merative is a data, software and technology partner for the health and government social services industries, working with providers, health plans, employers, life sciences companies and governments. With trusted technology and human expertise, the company works with clients to drive real progress. Merative helps clients orient information and insights around the people they serve to improve decision-making and performance. Merative, formerly IBM Watson Health, became a new standalone company as part of Francisco Partners in 2022. Learn more at merative.com

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