Counsel

Health Care Service Corporation
Rosemont
$130.1K-$244.4K a year
Full-time

At Luminare Health , our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Counsel role provides legal advice to the Company’s business teams on a wide variety of legal matters, including negotiating agreements with group employer clients, agreements with supplier and vendors, evaluating legal issues related to new business opportunities and advising on issues such as employment and benefits, including policies, and potential disputes and litigation.

Areas of responsibility will include advising business clients and stakeholders on legal and risk issues involving the individual retail insurance market, including federal and laws and regulations governing the administration of benefits in that market.

Job Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including, but not limited to administrative services agreements with customers, NDAs, employment agreements, master service agreements and statements of work with vendors and key suppliers

  • Research federal and state legal and regulatory issues and prepare memos or other summaries to advise business clients and management
  • Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to individual retail insurance market, including ACA exchanges and CMS requirements
  • Participate in managing litigation and pre-litigation disputes, including overseeing outside counsel, investigating facts and developing arguments relate to the Company’s position and defenses, engaging with opposing counsel, and evaluating and advising on potential resolution of matters
  • Assist in processes related to state regulatory reporting and submission of reports to state regulators
  • Support our corporate parent in addressing routine employment and benefits issues for the Company, including with respect to potential wage and hour, EEOC and other employment claims, disputes or litigation
  • Experience in managing client relations or communicating on complex matters across a variety of business divisions
  • Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements with customers and suppliers, with particular focus on third-party benefit administration, healthcare, and technology
  • Demonstrated ability to handle and oversee litigation and pre-litigation dispute matters, including evaluating arguments and defenses, working with clients to develop litigation strategy, and managing outside counsel
  • Experience with legal and regulatory issues arising under the Affordable Care Act, with particular concentration in individual retail insurance market, exchanges, and CMS regulations
  • Conducting legal research on various topics as directed, responsible for keeping current on new legal decisions and statutory developments and providing advice to clients regarding same
  • Excellent attention to detail, legal research and writing, communication, and project management skills required.
  • Good judgment and strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, operate independently, and thrive in a highly, fluid environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and people skills

Preferred Job Qualifications :

  • Five to eight years legal experience, preferably consisting of a combination of law firm training and prior in-house experience
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop a sound approach for meeting business expectations while minimizing cost and burden on the company
  • Demonstrated business and strategic acumen and ongoing commitment to business partnering
  • Demonstrated ability to function as a self-starter and value-add contributor
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple projects and competing priorities

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!

EEO Statement :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where the unique differences of our employees are welcomed, respected, and valued.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency Statement :

At Luminare Health, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our associates to support their life outside of work.

From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, a minimum of 15 days’ of paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, new parent paid leave, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for full-time associates.

The salary offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan.

Min to Max Range :

$130,100.00 - $244,400.00

19 days ago
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