Overview
The Assistant General Counsel provides legal counsel and support on complex and high-impact matters within the Legal Department. This role collaborates with senior legal leadership and serves as the lead attorney for a defined portfolio of legal matters, projects, markets, affiliates/subsidiaries, or specialized practice areas, exercising independent judgment on complex legal issues.
Responsibilities
- Provide advice and counsel on corporate, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters, including drafting legal opinions and recommendations.
- Proactively identify, assess, and communicate legal and regulatory risks; monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments relevant to assigned areas.
- Lead or support contracting matters, including drafting, negotiation, dispute resolution, and vendor/provider agreements.
- Support corporate governance, compliance, and business development initiatives, including new market implementations and partnership arrangements.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with business leaders, regulators, governmental entities, external counsel, and key stakeholders.
- Manage and/or support litigation and dispute resolution activities.
- Provide guidance and legal expertise to business partners and legal team members within area of responsibility.
- Perform other job-related duties as requested.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited college or university.
- Seven (7) years of legal, regulatory, or compliance experience.
- Current, unrestricted Attorney license.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a law firm or in-house corporate legal department.
- Healthcare and/or managed care law experience, particularly with government programs.
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex regulatory environments and business operations.
Competencies and Skills
- Expertise in healthcare law, regulatory requirements, and assigned legal practice areas.
- Sound legal judgment to resolve complex matters and assess risk.
- Practical, business-focused legal guidance and recommendations.
- Understanding of business operations and ability to apply legal guidance to support organizational objectives.
- Ability to evaluate legal risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
- Effective communication of complex legal matters to diverse audiences.
- Ability to build productive relationships with business partners, stakeholders, and legal team members.
- Adaptability in communication style to meet stakeholder needs and business objectives.
- Contribution to knowledge sharing and professional development within the Legal Department.
- Support for collaboration across legal practice areas and business functions.
- Strong time management and accountability for delivering high-quality legal work.
- Demonstrated adaptability and sound judgment in a dynamic business environment.
Working Conditions
- General office environment; may require sitting or standing for extended periods.
- Travel is not typically required.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $135,600.00 - $237,400.00 annually.
- Salary is determined based on education, training, experience, role scope and complexity, discretion required, and other internal and external data.
- Eligibility for a performance-based bonus tied to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive total rewards package supporting employee well-being.
Location
Not specified.