Senior Counsel

Humana; United States; Remote; USD 168,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Humana is seeking a health care attorney with PBM and pharmacy operations expertise to advise on regulatory compliance, contract drafting and risk management.

You will support Humana's internal pharmacy benefit manager with negotiations, audits, and responses to inquiries, traveling occasionally for training. This remote Senior Counsel role requires a J.D., 10 years' experience, state bar membership, and strong legal writing and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 10 years of experience.
• Active membership in a state bar association.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and in team settings.
• Passionate about contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for strategic initiatives, including contract negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers and ERISA self-funded plans.
• Provide legal guidance on federal and state regulatory compliance.
• Advise on risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and legal implications of commercial initiatives.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes.
• Support audits, investigations, and responses to regulatory inquiries.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

PBM expertise

ERISA expertise

Education

Juris Doctorate degree (ABA accredited)

Job description

Become a part of our caring community

We are seeking a health care attorney with expertise in PBM and pharmacy operations and contract structuring. This Senior Counsel role is responsible for providing counsel on a wide range of matters related to PBM and pharmacy services, including regulatory compliance; contract drafting, negotiation, and management; and risk management.

This position will focus on supporting Humana’s internal pharmacy benefit manager and pharmacy in the following areas:

• Provide legal support for strategic initiatives, including contract negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers and ERISA self-funded employee welfare benefit plans.
• Provide legal guidance on federal and state regulatory compliance.
• Advise on risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and legal implications of commercial initiatives.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes.
• Support audits, investigations, and responses to regulatory inquiries.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from a ABA accredited school law school
• 10 years of experience
• Active membership in a state bar association
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and in team settings
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• PBM and ERISA expertise

Work at Home Requirements

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$168,000 - $231,000 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 09-25-2026

About us

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.