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 offers exposure to complex legal and regulatory issues, 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 interactions 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.
• Strong issue-spotting judgment appropriate to experience level with demonstrated 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.

Location

This is a hybrid-flex role based out of Durham, North Carolina, with options for remote work depending on the nature of the work and distance from headquarters. Candidates from approved states are welcome to apply, including Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Additional Information

• The organization uses E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities upon request.

Skills

Administrative Law, Case Law, Contractual Drafting, Employment Law Counseling, Federal Laws, Healthcare Law, Insurance Law, Labor and Employment Law, Legal Analysis, Legal Consulting, Legal Documents Preparation, Legal Research, Regulatory Work