Assistant Counsel

Overview

An organization is seeking an Assistant Counsel to join their legal team. This role is ideal for someone looking to gain broad in-house legal experience and contribute as a flexible team player supporting evolving business needs. The Assistant Counsel will provide legal support across various matters, with a focus on government-regulated programs and health plan operations. The position involves exposure to complex legal and regulatory issues, close collaboration with experienced in-house counsel, and meaningful interaction with internal business partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to in-house counsel and internal business partners on diverse legal issues arising in business operations.
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, administrative rules, and case law relevant to health plans and government health programs.
• Prepare legal memoranda and opinions applying legal knowledge to business situations.
• Draft, negotiate, and review legal agreements.
• Draft and review correspondence and other documents on behalf of the organization.
• Support the Legal Department’s work with federal and state regulators, including research, drafting, and preparation of regulatory filings and responses.
• Provide client training on timely and relevant legal issues.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting health plans and government health programs; escalate key issues to senior counsel and business partners.
• Respond to administrative complaints and information requests; represent the organization in such matters.
• Negotiate settlements of disputes and administrative complaints.
• Assist with internal compliance initiatives and implementation of new legal or regulatory requirements.
• Provide support on developing legal issues and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or must obtain license within 1 year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience and/or coursework related to health care law, insurance law, ERISA, ACA, Medicare.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, compliance obligations, or payer/provider issues is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated issue spotting judgment appropriate to experience level and ability to escalate risks appropriately.
• Intellectual curiosity and a learning mindset.
• Collaborative approach to providing client support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $98,092.00 - $156,947.00 annually.
• Compensation reflects market rates and is influenced by experience, training, specialized skills, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.
• Total rewards package includes an annual incentive bonus based on corporate goal achievement and individual performance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and annual company contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Parental leave and support, including adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Work-life balance, flexibility, and autonomy.

Location

Position location details are not specified in the description.