Associate General Counsel I-II

Associate General Counsel I-II

Work Remotely from Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Utah

Primary Job Purpose

The Associate General Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to all divisions within the corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates to contribute effectively toward accomplishment of corporate objectives. There are two separate Associate General Counsel positions—one newly created position and one that is open.

The primary focus of the first position includes supporting the drafting of agreements with employer group clients, along with handling legal inquiries related to commercial health plan products and services. A key responsibility of this position is interpreting federal laws/regulations that apply to health insurance issuers and health plans, such as the Affordable Care Act, COBRA, and ERISA.

The primary focus of the second position includes supporting a busy and active strategic sourcing department and reviewing and drafting complex commercial contracts for multiple entities within a mature insurance holding system.

Successful candidates will also bring a collaborative approach to solving legal, regulatory, and contractual challenges while striving toward health care innovation and corporate strategic goals.

General Functions and Outcomes

1. Advises officers and employees on general corporate legal matters.
2. Responds to requests from various divisions of the corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates dealing with corporate legal matters.
3. Ensures that legal documents and contracts are legally sufficient, complete, well written and understandable.
4. Assures that the corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are adequately represented for legal issues including business policies, contracts and against actual and threatened litigation.
5. Reviews and/or drafts new or modified policies, contracts, and other documents.
6. Makes compromise settlement decisions within authority limits set by the General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer.
7. Develops and maintains professional competence.
8. Selects outside counsel to represent on various matters and may manage outside counsel as well as the legal issue.
9. Performs other legal, administrative or management functions as directed by General Counsels or Chief Legal Officer.

Minimum Requirements

1. Demonstrated knowledge of laws pertaining to health plans and health insurance.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal corporate and insurance regulations and compliance standards.
3. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, including management staff and officers.
4. Demonstrated ability to provide thorough analysis on legal issues, meet deadlines and follow through on assignments.
5. Demonstrated competency to manage large volumes of information and priorities.

Normally to be proficient in the competencies listed above, Associate General Counsel must be a graduate of an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the state where the position is based or ability to become licensed in a reasonable period of time.

To be considered for an Associate General Counsel I position, successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experience as an attorney in corporate, government or law firm or equivalent experience which may be satisfied by excellent academic credentials and/or other experience/knowledge that demonstrated required skill set.

To be considered for an Associate General Counsel II position, successful candidates will have at least 5 years of experience as an attorney in corporate, government or law firm or equivalent experience which may be satisfied by excellent academic credentials and/or other experience/knowledge that demonstrated required skill set.

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registration, Etc.

Law Degree and licensed to practice in a relevant jurisdiction or the ability to apply and obtain a full license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction soon after hire.

Compensation

The expected hiring range for an Associate General Counsel I is $109,700.00 - $148,400.00 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure/certifications; performance history; and work location. The bonus target for this position is 15%. The current full salary range for this role is $103,000.00 to $168,000.00.

The expected hiring range for an Associate General Counsel II is $145,400.00 - $196,700.00 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure/certifications; performance history; and work location. The bonus target for this position is 15%. The current full salary range for this role is $136,000.00 to $223,000.00.

Benefits

Base pay is just part of the compensation package at Cambia that is supplemented with an exceptional 401(k) match, bonus opportunity and other benefits. In keeping with our Cause and vision, we offer comprehensive well-being programs and benefits, which we periodically update to stay current. Some highlights:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members.
• Annual employer contribution to a health savings account ($1,200 or $2,500 depending on medical coverage, prorated based on hire date).
• Paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company holidays.
• Up to a 6% company match on employee 401k contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period).
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligible day one of employment if within first 12 months following birth or adoption).
• One-time furniture and equipment allowance for employees working from home.
• Up to $225 in Amazon gift cards for participating in various well-being activities.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.

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