1 in 4 people in the US have a treatable mental health condition, but most providers don't accept insurance, making therapy too expensive for most people. Headway’s mission is to fix this by building a new mental healthcare system everyone can access. We started by solving the biggest barrier to care: insurance. The admin work - credentialing, claims, payment reconciliation - is a nightmare. We've automated that.
But we're going further. Over 75,000 providers across all 50 states run their practice on our software, serving over 1 million patients. We are building the best tools for therapists to run their entire practice, reimagining the experience of finding a therapist, and investing in the platform foundations to enable this at scale. We aren't just a billing layer; we are becoming the platform where care actually happens.
We're a Series D company with $325M+ in funding (a16z, Accel, Spark Capital, etc.), looking for exceptional people to help us achieve this mission. We want your time here to be the most meaningful experience of your career. Join us, and help change mental healthcare for the better.
As Senior Counsel, Labor & Employment, you will be the lead attorney partnering with Headway’s People function to support a rapidly growing and national workforce. You will own day-to-day advice and counsel on employment matters while also working closely with the People team to enhance systems and processes to allow Headway to scale with speed and fidelity. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven healthcare technology company, work alongside passionate and talented colleagues, and grow in an environment where Legal is viewed as a strategic partner.
You will:
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People team and business leaders on the full range of L&E matters, including hiring practices, performance management, separations, leaves and accommodations, investigations, wage and hour compliance, and other key areas
- Build L&E infrastructure – design and review People-related policies, procedures, and workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Be the in-house subject matter expert, training HRBPs and People managers on L&E developments and best-practices
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements and documents
- Represent the company, including managing outside counsel, in litigation and related disputes
You’d be a great fit if:
- You have 5+ years of post-bar admittance legal experience with a deep understanding of L&E matters
- You have meaningful in-house experience in a fast-paced, high-growth start-up environment
- You have a deep ability to build relationships and consensus with colleagues amid competing views
- You have detail-obsession that drives clarity – without missing the forest for the trees
- You have a J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing (including ability to register as NY in-house counsel)
While we prefer candidates based in the New York metro area, we will consider exceptional candidates nationwide.
Compensation and Benefits:
The expected base pay range for this position is $179,200 - $280,000 based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for an equity grant, depending on the position and level.
We are committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including robust health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, and meaningful ownership opportunities through equity. Compensation decisions are made holistically, ensuring fairness and alignment with market benchmarks while recognizing individual contributions and potential.
- Benefits offered include:
- Equity compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- HSA / FSA
- 401K
- Work-from-Home Stipend
- Therapy Reimbursement
- 16-week parental leave for eligible employees
- Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership
- 13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st
- Flexible PTO
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and professional development
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We believe a team's strength is in its people, and we cannot achieve this mission without a team that reflects the diversity of this problem – across race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, national origin, religion, family status, disability, military status, and experience. Headway is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Headway will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please inform the recruiter when they contact you to schedule your interview.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of post-bar legal experience
- Deep understanding of labor and employment matters
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing
- In-house experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup
What the Team is Saying
Headway Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials list comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options with most premiums covered, alongside HSA/FSA choices. Dedicated mental‑health support via a therapy reimbursement HRA and an EAP further strengthens access.
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Parental & Family Support — Job postings and benefits profiles indicate up to 16 weeks fully paid parental leave for eligible employees and fertility support through Carrot. These family‑forming benefits are highlighted as competitive for a venture‑backed startup.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Listings describe flexible or generous PTO, 13 paid holidays with a year‑end holiday break, and front‑loaded sick time. Remote‑friendly policies and stipends also support practical work‑life rhythm.
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What We Do
Headway’s mission is a big one – to build a new mental health care system everyone can access. We’ve built technology that helps people find great therapists with the first software-enabled national network of providers accepting insurance. 1 in 4 people in the US have a treatable mental health condition, but the majority of providers don’t accept insurance, making therapy too expensive for most people. Headway is building a new mental healthcare system that everyone can access by making it easy for therapists to accept insurance and scale their practice. Headway was founded in 2019. Since then, we’ve grown into a diverse, national network of over 60,000 mental healthcare providers across all 50 states who run their practice on our software and have served over 1 million patients. We’re a Series D company with over $325m in funding from a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), Accel, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Spark Capital, Thrive Capital, Forerunner Ventures and Health Care Service Corporation.
Why Work With Us
The demand for mental health care has never been higher, underscoring the need for solutions like Headway that increase accessibility to clinical care. We believe a team's strength is in its people, and we cannot achieve this mission without a team that reflects the diversity of this problem.
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