Special Counsel for Health Law Practice Group

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Special Counsel for its Health Law Practice Group in New York City. The role emphasizes substantial commercial contracting experience in managed care or the pharmaceutical supply chain, advising health plans and related providers.

The candidate will lead PBM contracts, negotiate services agreements, and oversee procurement lifecycles, while acting as a primary client contact and collaborating with a high-performing team on complex regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex commercial contracts and transactional matters in the PBM or managed health industry.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations of health plans and pharmaceutical supply chain providers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism in engaging with demanding clients.

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, potentially requiring travel for meetings and negotiations.
• Counsel clients on health plan operations, regulatory frameworks, and contract administration issues.
• Independently lead client engagements, contract negotiations, and work streams.

Skills

PBM contracts

Health law experience

Contract negotiations

Client relationships

Education

J.D. or LL.M. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Special Counsel to join its Health Law Practice Group in New York City, NY. 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, potentially requiring travel for 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 contracts and transactional matters in the PBM or managed health industry.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations of health plans and pharmaceutical supply chain providers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism in engaging with demanding clients.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate 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

• Substantial transactional experience in managed care or pharmaceutical supply chain industries.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to client needs effectively.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.