Assistant General Counsel at Health Care Service Corporation

Helena, Montana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

225200.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal advice, Regulatory compliance, Contractual matters, Litigation management, Risk assessment, Strategic legal support, Health care law, Administrative proceedings, Communication skills, Confidentiality, Legal research, Cross-functional collaboration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At HCSC, 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 This is an opportunity for a motivated lawyer to provide strategic legal support to HCSC’s provider network, provider affairs, and other internal business teams supporting all aspects of HCSC provider relationships across all lines of business. In a highly complex and evolving legal and technology environment, the ideal candidate will provide sound, actionable legal advice on regulatory, business, contractual, and operational matters. A successful candidate will serve as a partner to our business leaders in developing adaptive strategies to support HCSC’s established business and to further its growth while continually advancing HCSC’s mission of expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. The position can be based in Chicago, Illinois; Richardson, Texas; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Helena, Montana Please note, this is a HYRBID position and requires in-office hours 3 days a week in the respective office location. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for providing legal advice and support on a variety of moderately complex legal projects and assignments. • Provide legal support on more routine day-to-day business matters with reasonable degree of independence., • Work proactively with business and legal partners to identify and address potential regulatory, legal and business risks. • Exercise judgment and ability to manage competing deadlines. • Represent the Company in more routine litigation and administrative proceedings. Involvement may primarily be litigation management, which includes interfacing with and providing direction to outside counsel and involved Company personnel, researching the law, monitoring developments in a particular case and keeping the appropriate levels of management apprised. • Provide functional advice and guidance to legal support staff when assigned. • Collaborate with legal colleagues to identify legal issues with potential cross-functional impact. • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with co-workers, management, customers, and other stakeholders • Demonstrate ability and interest in learning and willingness to take on new challenges. • Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies and other applicable corporate and departmental policies. • Maintain complete confidentiality of company business. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Juris Doctor Degree and a license to practice law in the state where the legal department is located. 5 years experience as a practicing attorney after receiving a law degree. Experience in the health care industry may substitute for legal experience. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge or understanding of the health care or health insurance field. LI - AZ1 LI - HYBRID Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process! Pay Transparency Statement: At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards. The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan. HCSC Employment Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are 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. Base Pay Range $121,200.00 - $225,200.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Join our talent community and receive the latest HCSC news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. Join our Talent Community. For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans. To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities. Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren’t afraid to make innovative contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Learn more about HCSC, our commitment to our members and the opportunity you’ll have to improve health care delivery in an open, collaborative environment. HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website on-line application process. If you have general questions regarding the status of an existing application, navigate to "candidate home" to view your job submissions. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Divisions of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, and Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association © Copyright 2025 Health Care Service Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal support to provider network and business teams regarding regulatory, contractual, and operational matters. Manage routine litigation and administrative proceedings while proactively identifying and addressing legal and business risks.