Assistant General Counsel

Overview

A partner organization is seeking an Assistant General Counsel based in the United States. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance on complex corporate, regulatory, compliance, and transactional matters within a highly regulated environment. The position requires strong legal judgment, the ability to navigate evolving regulations, and confidence in advising senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counsel on corporate, transactional, regulatory, and compliance issues.
• Draft legal opinions, recommendations, and guidance to support informed business decisions.
• Manage a portfolio of legal matters, projects, markets, affiliates, or specialized practice areas.
• Identify, evaluate, and communicate legal and regulatory risks while monitoring legislative and regulatory developments.
• Lead and support contract-related activities including drafting, negotiation, vendor and provider agreements, and dispute resolution.
• Support corporate governance initiatives, compliance programs, business development activities, and strategic partnerships.
• Provide legal guidance for new market implementations and operational initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, regulators, government entities, external counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage or support litigation and other dispute resolution activities.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to legal colleagues and business partners.
• Collaborate across legal practice areas and business functions to deliver effective solutions.
• Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted attorney license.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal, regulatory, or compliance experience.
• Experience in a law firm or in-house corporate legal environment preferred.
• Healthcare and/or managed care legal experience strongly preferred, especially involving government programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare law, regulatory requirements, and relevant legal practice areas.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-focused recommendations.
• Strong understanding of business operations and ability to align legal guidance with organizational goals.
• Experience assessing legal risks and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong relationship-building, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver high-quality work, and follow matters through completion.
• Adaptability, professionalism, accountability, and strong decision-making skills in a changing environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary range of approximately $135,600–$237,400, based on experience, qualifications, and role scope.
• Potential eligibility for performance-based bonus compensation.
• Comprehensive total rewards package supporting overall well-being.
• Health, wellness, and financial support programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continued learning.
• Remote work flexibility within a collaborative legal environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives while advising on high-impact business matters.

Location

• United States (remote work flexibility available)