Senior Assistant General Counsel - (Hybrid)

Resp & Qualifications

Purpose : The Assistant General Counsel II provides a complete range of highly specialized legal services in support of the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Director, Managing Assistant General Counsel, and executive management in the Division(s) to which the Assistant General Counsel is assigned, and may represent CareFirst, Inc., its subsidiaries, and / or affiliates in litigation brought by and or against it. The Senior position is expected to work independently and provide high-level executive support. This position will support the Company's care delivery operations, including comprehensive representation of various provider entities.

Essential Functions

Legal Advice

• Provides written and oral advice directly to executive management and / or their designees in complex and rapidly evolving areas of the law. Analyzes and provides legal guidance on a wide range of regulatory, contractual and operational matters, including the interpretation and implementation of legislation. Provides clear, succinct, and actionable written advice to key executive stakeholders that reflects full understanding of the pertinent operations of the Division(s) to which assigned. Renders legal guidance to counsel supporting other Divisions in specialized areas of expertise.

Contract Drafting and Negotiation

Strategic Legal Counseling

External Representation

Management and Supervision

Manages the operations of the area(s) of the Legal Department assigned, including directing internal / external customers to appropriate areas of the company and / or legal department, as appropriate. Manages Associate General Counsel and / or legal support staff, including supervision of attorneys or staff, conducting performance evaluations and resolving personnel related issues, at one or more sites in addressing the needs of the Division(s) and / or in representing the corporations in legal proceedings brought by and against the Corporation.

Corporate Governance

Qualifications

Education Level : Juris Doctor

Licenses / Certifications :

Experience : 8 years experience as an attorney required and at least 3 years experience as a lawyer representing clients in health care, insurance, health related technology, information technology, government contracting, or related field. Candidates with fewer than the required years of experience as an attorney, but other significant experience in a legal position, may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Salary Range

$171,760 - $307,021

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education / training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs / plans, and 401k contribution programs / plans (all benefits / incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Office of Corporate Counsel I

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply : www.carefirst.com / careers

Federal Disc / Physical Demand

Note : The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him / her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship

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