Associate General Counsel - Operations & Experience - Remote

Lensa; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 124,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal advice on operations and regulatory issues. This mid-senior level role requires a Juris Doctorate and significant experience in healthcare law. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in navigating complex legal challenges while contributing to the mission of equitable healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives

Stock purchase plan

401k

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction.
• 6+ years of legal experience in law firm or corporate setting.
• 3+ years of health plan experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise on federal and state legal/regulatory requirements impacting healthcare.
• Identify privacy, legal, and regulatory considerations.
• Evaluate legal options to meet business objectives.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Risk management

Collaboration skills

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

Associate General Counsel - Operations & Experience - Remote

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, UnitedHealth Group, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable, and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is in UHC Legal, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs (LCRA) - Operations and Experience Legal team.

This role provides legal advice and counsel to the organization’s business operations, analyzing complex legal and operational issues across topics such as digital innovation, accessibility, electronic signatures, AI, blockchain, social media, and core operations like billing and eligibility.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Advise on federal and state legal/regulatory requirements impacting the healthcare industry, especially in specified areas.
2. Identify privacy, legal, and regulatory considerations for further analysis.
3. Advise on risk management, consumer inquiries, and service issues.
4. Evaluate legal options to meet business objectives, advising senior leaders.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in a challenging environment that offers clear development paths.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Active license to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction.
• 6+ years of legal experience, in law firm or corporate setting.
• 3+ years of health plan experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technology experience in digital marketing, privacy, AI, etc.
• Background in health insurance or managed care.
• Experience with healthcare-related legal/regulatory issues, including ACA, ADA, ERISA, TCPA, and others.
• Knowledge of privacy laws impacting healthcare.
• Ability to evaluate legal options and build rapport with stakeholders.
• Proven collaboration skills in matrixed environments.

The salary range is $124,500 to $239,400 annually, based on full-time employment and various factors. Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentives, stock purchase, and 401k.

Application Deadline: Posted for at least 2 business days or until enough candidates are collected. May close early due to volume.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and ensure equitable healthcare. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing health disparities, and environmental sustainability. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and a drug-free workplace.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting