Senior Legal Counsel I

Job Description:

Summary:

Under the general direction of Assigned Management, acts to protect the legal interests of The Lifetime Healthcare, Inc. and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and any joint ventures (collectively, the “Corporations”). Has the authority, where necessary, to manage daily operations of the Legal Department. Acts in a lead capacity for specific legal areas using legal experience and business acumen to support a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Serves as in-house counsel on legal matters involved in operating the organization. Provides timely and accurate advice, counsel, and strategy support for a full range of legal services.
• Serves as the Enterprise Legal and Sourcing Solutions liaison with other divisions across the Corporations to promote compliance with the law.
• Works independently to implement strategies for managing and resolving legal issues within assigned business areas and/or those internal clients. Consults with General Counsel and leadership team as needed concerning legal and policy issues.
• Researches and evaluates risk factors regarding business decisions and operations. Partners with various business areas to provide clear, concise legal guidance while ensuring the business needs are considered and heard throughout the process.
• Drafts and solidifies relevant legal documentation, including correspondence with regulators or other external parties, to protect the Corporation’s legal rights and business objectives.
• Participates in the development of new organizational policies, procedures, and programs.
• Coordinates with external parties on legal issues germane to the Company, including negotiating discovery and production demands, as well as settlements and/or fines. Manages relationships with outside counsel, engages outside counsel in a strategic manner, and manages all legal work product.
• Interprets contracts or other legal documentation to understand the impact to the business and communicates legal and business implications as needed.
• Safeguards the reputation of the Company by monitoring and counseling on compliance with the law.
• Commits to personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
• Keeps abreast of developments germane to the function by participation or attendance at seminars, workshops and professional society meetings, perusal of publications, satisfaction of CLE obligations, and as necessary, independent study.
• Consistently demonstrates high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies’ mission and values, adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct, and leading to the Lifetime Way values and beliefs.
• Maintains high regard for member privacy in accordance with the corporate privacy policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of all relevant legislative and regulatory mandates and ensures that all activities are in compliance with these requirements.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

NOTE: We include multiple levels of classification differentiated by demonstrated knowledge, skills, and the ability to manage increasingly independent and/or complex assignments, broader responsibility, additional decision making, the ability to serve as a resource to others. In addition to using this differentiated approach to place new hires, it also provides guideposts for employee development and promotional opportunities.

Level I

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to the New York State Bar.
• Seven or more years as a practicing attorney in the health care and/or health insurance industry or relevant and equivalent legal experience. In-house experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal law and regulation governing the areas assigned.
• Strong working knowledge of assigned areas of accountability; ability to find creative solutions to complex or novel legal issues.
• Superior critical thinking skills coupled with the ability to review, analyze, and make meaningful recommendations. Must be an independent and strategic thinker who is a strong team player and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex legal issues and take ownership of high-impact projects.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Experience collaborating with and managing outside counsel.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Superb organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once, with a focus on continuous process improvement. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high output environment and to prioritize and manage tasks efficiently.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships within the organization’s legal department and across all businesses.

Level II (In addition to Level I minimum qualifications):

• Ten or more years as a practicing attorney in the health care or health insurance industries, or comparable work experience.
• Experience navigating complex legal issues alongside senior executives within the company. Demonstrated history of working collaboratively with management and business teams to solve complex legal problems.
• Subject matter expert in state and federal law and regulation governing the assigned areas, plus knowledge of the laws applicable to health insurance industry.
• Proven thought leadership with strong organizational skills and business judgment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and as a team lead or member, as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work prolonged periods sitting and/or standing at a workstation and working on a computer.
• Travel is necessary from time to time to other regional offices, and to hearings, etc., at which the attorney is representing the Corporations.

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One Mission. One Vision. One I.D.E.A. One you.

Together we can create a better I.D.E.A. for our communities.

At the Lifetime Healthcare Companies, we’re on a mission to make our communities healthier, and we can’t do it without you. We know diversity helps fuel our mission and that’s why we approach our work from an I.D.E.A. mindset (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access). By activating our employees’ experiences, skills, and perspectives, we take action toward greater health equity.

We aspire to reflect the communities we live in and serve, and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups to apply.

OUR COMPANY CULTURE:

Employees are united by our Lifetime Way Values & Behaviors that include compassion, pride, excellence, innovation, and having fun! We aim to be an employer of choice by valuing workforce diversity, innovative thinking, employee development, and by offering competitive compensation and benefits.

In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation Range(s):

Minimum: $173,234 - Maximum: $311,821

The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position. Actual salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, budget available, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position’s minimum qualifications, in addition to internal equity. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays. 

Please note: The opportunity for remote work may be possible for all jobs posted by the Univera Healthcare Talent Acquisition team. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis.

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