Corporate & Regulatory Counsel- Health Insurance Compliance

Overview

A leading provider of accident and health insurance products for the higher education market is seeking an experienced Corporate & Regulatory Counsel to join their legal team. This role supports a nationwide accident and health insurance carrier by managing a broad range of corporate, transactional, and insurance regulatory matters within a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal issues with strong business acumen and from a business perspective
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business leaders to assess legal implications of business decisions and initiatives
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including vendor and third-party administrator (TPA) contracts, service agreements, and technology contracts
• Provide contract-related training, peer review, and coaching to colleagues
• Develop and improve contract processes, templates, and playbooks to enhance efficiency, compliance, and scalability
• Serve as a resource on applicable laws impacting health plans
• Manage multiple legal issues simultaneously and meet deadlines with urgency
• Potentially manage staff, including conducting regular check-ins to establish expectations and ensure accountability
• Foster a supportive learning environment through continuous development, training, and growth
• Coach and mentor team members by providing constructive feedback and guidance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law and in good standing with at least one state bar
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant insurance law experience, preferably in an in-house legal or compliance department
• Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating corporate contracts and commercial transactions
• Strong understanding of applicable insurance laws and regulations
• Experience working on cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, rapidly scaling environment
• Excellent legal research skills and ability to communicate findings effectively to business stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities efficiently
• Strong organizational skills with thorough follow-up on time-sensitive matters
• Excellent verbal, written communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical skills to identify and address potential issues
• Ability to motivate and provide direction to team members
• Effective working independently and collaboratively

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual gross base salary range: $125,000 to $175,000, dependent on qualifications, skills, and competencies
• Comprehensive benefits package including life, health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible and dependent care spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Business casual dress code

Location

Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, serving clients nationwide.