Head of Legal

Head of Legal - Austin, TX Why Join Sensi.

AI

Sensi.

AI is transforming the world of home care through agentic AI - and we’re just getting started. As a hyper-growth startup, every team member has the opportunity to make a real impact on people’s lives while working as part of a global, collaborative team in a flexible hybrid environment.

We are seeking a Head of Legal to establish and lead our legal function. Reporting to the VP of Finance and working closely with the management team, this role will cover all legal aspects of the business, including commercial contracting, privacy, AI, corporate governance, compliance, employment, and intellectual property. The Head of Legal will play a critical role in enabling revenue growth while ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage agreements, including SaaS contracts, amendments, privacy-related agreements, and company policies.
• Act as a trusted legal partner to Sales, Finance, People, GTM, etc., teams to accelerate deal cycles.
• Build and maintain templates, playbooks, and efficient legal processes to reduce friction and support scale.
• Provide legal support on corporate governance, employment matters, and option grants.
• Advise on financing rounds and investor-related matters.
• Oversee compliance with data privacy frameworks (HIPAA) and healthcare-related regulations.
• Develop and implement company policies and procedures to manage legal risks.
• Engage and manage external counsel in multiple jurisdictions, with a primary focus on Israel, the U.S., and Canada.
• Champion compliance, privacy, and risk management best practices across the company.
• Support IP strategy and protection of the company's innovations.

• JD or equivalent legal degree.
• Licensed to practice in the U.S.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven in-house experience as legal counsel in a global, fast-growing B2B2C startup.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage cross-border legal matters.

• Experience working with or knowledge of privacy and healthcare regulatory frameworks (e.g. HIPAA).
• A degree in Economics/Finance/MBA.
• Familiarity with the Israeli legal framework.
• Experience supporting fundraising activities and managing legal aspects of due diligence processes.

Sensi celebrates diversity and upholds equal opportunity in our hiring practices. Our approach fosters an inclusive environment that sparks innovation and reflects the vibrant communities we serve. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.