Special Counsel for Health Law Practice Group

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Special Counsel to join its Health Law Practice Group in Boston, MA. The role focuses on substantial commercial contracting experience in managed care or pharmaceutical supply chains, supporting teams advising health plans.

The position requires leading contract negotiations, advising on regulatory frameworks, and managing engagements with demanding clients in a collaborative environment. Travel for in-person meetings is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex commercial or transactional matters in PBM or managed health.
• Familiarity with federal and state health plan regulations and pharma supply chain.
• JD or LLM from ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage commercial contracting matters in managed care and pharmacy benefit industries.
• Draft, negotiate, and advise on PBM contracts and related services agreements.
• Oversee the contracting lifecycle for PBM procurements for health plans.
• Serve as a primary client contact, including travel for meetings and negotiations.
• Counsel clients on health plan operations, regulatory frameworks and contract administration.
• Independently lead client engagements, contract negotiations, and work streams.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Client liaison

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

JD or LLM

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Special Counsel to join its Health Law Practice Group in Boston, MA. The role involves substantial commercial contracting experience in managed care or the pharmaceutical supply chain, supporting a team advising national and regional health plans.

Duties

• Lead and manage commercial contracting matters in managed care and pharmacy benefit industries.
• Draft, negotiate, and advise on PBM contracts and related services agreements.
• Oversee the contracting lifecycle for PBM procurements for health plans.
• Serve as a primary client contact, including travel for in-person meetings and negotiations.
• Counsel clients on health plan operations, regulatory frameworks, and contract administration issues.
• Independently lead client engagements, contract negotiations, and work streams.

Requirements

• Experience in complex commercial or transactional matters in the PBM or managed health industry.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations of health plans and pharmaceutical supply chain providers.
• Substantial transactional experience in managed care or pharmaceutical supply chain industries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple competing priorities and responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings.

Education

• JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to or eligible for admission in New York or Washington, DC.

Skills

• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple contract workflows and coordinate with clients and counsel.
• Professionalism in engaging with demanding clients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.