Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Program Administrator III

Premera; Mountlake Terrace, New York (WA, NY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401K employer match and pension

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

On-site parking

Job summary

Premera is seeking a Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Program Administrator in Mountlake Terrace, WA, a hybrid role focused on shaping regulatory strategy and overseeing ethics programs. You will advocate with external stakeholders and guide internal teams on new laws and regulations, while partnering with Legal and Legislative Affairs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and 4+ years in regulatory/compliance roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years' work experience required.
• Four years’ experience in regulatory, compliance, legal public policy, or internal audit space or related graduate education and experience required.
• CCEP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze proposed/final regulations and support implementation efforts.
• Interact with all levels of employees; provide clear regulatory and compliance analysis.
• Develop education, tools and resources for management and employees for self-service research.
• Support external advocacy through stakeholder meetings and external workgroups.
• Design and track departmental metrics to monitor performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in metric tracking and key initiatives (OFAC/sanctions, conflicts of interest, reporting, third-party oversight).
• Improve RC&E processes using LEAN methodologies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Regulatory analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy advocacy

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or four years' work experience

CCEP certification (Preferred)

Job description

Workforce Classification: Hybrid Join Our Team: Do Meaningful Work and Improve People’s Lives Our purpose, to improve customers’ lives by making healthcare work better, is far from ordinary. And so are our employees. Working at Premera means you have the opportunity to drive real change by transforming healthcare. Premera is committed to being a workplace where people feel empowered to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose. By investing in our employees and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous development, we’re able to better serve our customers. It’s this commitment that has earned us recognition as one of the best companies to work for. Learn more about our recent awards and recognitions as a greatest workplace. Learn how Premera supports our members, customers and the communities that we serve through our Healthsource blog: https://healthsource.premera.com/. About the role of the Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Program Administrator The Regulatory Compliance & Ethics (RC&E) Program Administrator actively supports Premera Blue Cross' regulatory affairs strategic goals through focused advocacy, detailed regulatory analysis and strategic consultation. Additionally, this role supports the implementation and oversight of Premera’s Compliance & Ethics Program. In this dynamic role, the RC&E Administrator is an advocate on behalf of Premera with external stakeholders to support our corporate goals, and partners with Legislative Affairs and Legal to guide internal Premera teams on the implementation of new and changing laws and regulations.

What you’ll do:

• Assist in the assessment and analyzing of proposed and final regulations and other regulatory directives and support related company implementation efforts.
• Effectively interact with all levels of employees; possess a solid understanding of cross-organizational operations to provide thorough, accurate and timely analysis of regulatory and compliance questions in an easy to understand format.
• Develop ongoing education, tools and resources for all levels of management and employees to allow for self-service research where requirements are straight-forward.
• Support Premera's external advocacy work through participation in stakeholder meetings and external workgroups, as assigned.
• Support the design and completion of departmental metrics to aid in monitoring performance.
• Actively identify opportunities for improved efficiency in metric tracking and performance of key department initiatives such as the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC)/Sanction screening, conflict of interest monitoring and resolution, required reporting, third party oversight, etc.
• Continuously improve Regulatory Compliance & Ethics processes by using LEAN methodologies to streamline work and eliminate low value activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor's degree or four (4) years' work experience. (Required)
• Four (4) years’ experience working in the regulatory, compliance, legal public policy, or internal audit space or post graduate education in a related field and experience. (Required)
• Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) (Preferred)
• Prior healthcare or insurance background (Preferred)
• Strong interpersonal, written and presentation skills with ability to research and communicate complex, technical information in an accurate and easily understandable manner to all levels of employees, including leadership.
• Knowledge of regulatory, compliance and/or legislative process.
• Proven ability to analyze and evaluate legal and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple priorities and assignments of moderate complexity efficiently and effectively.
• Proven ability to successfully negotiate and influence without authority in difficult situations.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills; proven ability to identify and question information that goes outside the norm.
• Proven and effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong motivation to learn, willingness to be a team player, yet operate independently as required.

Premera total rewards

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.
• Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.
• Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.
• Generous paid time off to reenergize.
• Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.
• For our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.
• Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.
• Free convenient on-site parking.
• Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.
• Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.
• Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.
• Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action: Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or via phone at 425-918-4785.

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience. The salary range for this role is posted below; we generally target up to and around the midpoint of the range. National Plus Salary Range: $92,400.00 - $157,100.00 *National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska. We’re happy to discuss compensation further during the interview because we believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for all. We’re committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.

At Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers’ experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives. As the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services. Premera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.