Senior Pharmacy Counsel (Hybrid)

hcsc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation seeks a lawyer to support its legal team and internal partners in pharmacy operations and programs. The role emphasizes regulatory and health care law, with partnership to leadership to develop adaptive strategies for growth and access to care.

The position can be based in Chicago, Richardson, Albuquerque, Tulsa, or Helena, with a hybrid schedule requiring in-office hours three days a week. Strong regulatory and litigation experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and a license to practice law in the state where the legal department is located.
• 8 years experience as an attorney with health care or insurance field experience.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Negotiations and diplomacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, support, and coordination on complex legal matters or projects.
• Offer legal guidance on pharmacy benefit programs and management, and on insurance contracts and regulatory matters.
• Represent the company in detailed litigation and in dealings with regulatory bodies.
• Advise and mentor less experienced attorneys as required.
• Stay current with laws and trends relevant to health care and insurance management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiations

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

License to practice law (state)

Job description

Health Care Service Corporation seeks a lawyer to support its legal team and internal partners in pharmacy operations and programs. The role emphasizes regulatory and health care law, with partnership to leadership to develop adaptive strategies for growth and access to care.

The position can be based in Chicago, Richardson, Albuquerque, Tulsa, or Helena, with a hybrid schedule requiring in-office hours three days a week. Strong regulatory and litigation experience is essential.