Associate General Counsel II(Privacy & Litigation Experience Preferred)

Job Summary:

The Associate General Counsel II is responsible for assisting the SVP, General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and/or Senior Counsel in privacy and litigation matters.  Further, the Associate General Counsel II will support a specified market, department, legal function, and/or CareSource affiliate/subsidiary.  

Essential Functions:

• Provide advice and guidance on state and federal privacy and data security laws and regulations, including HIPAA, CCPA, SAMHSA, TCPA, and other consumer protection laws.  
• Serve as the subject matter expert for federal and state privacy laws, working with various areas of the company to provide guidance for implementation and compliance. 
• Assist with the management of regulatory inquiries, investigations, and administrative actions related to privacy and data security.
• Assist in managing CareSource’s litigation related activities including, active litigations, State Fair Hearings, subpoena responses, attorney demands, and provider complaints.
• Proactive support of the legal team to ensure up-to-date knowledge and influence of privacy laws and litigation trends.
• Interact with management team as well as with external representatives of the legal system, regulatory agencies, governmental entities and others.
• May supervise non-attorney staff or Staff Attorney I and IIs.
• Perform any other job-related instructions as requested.

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college/university is required.
• Five (5) years of privacy or privacy related experience is required, seven (7) years of experience is preferred.  Litigation experience is required.
• Law firm or in-house experience is preferred.
• Deep knowledge of federal and state privacy and data security laws, regulations, and standards, including HIPAA, CCPA, and consumer protection, with an emphasis on healthcare related privacy regulations is required.
• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and regulations is preferred.
• Experience managing outside counsel is preferred.

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong customer service and team orientation
• Adaptable and can drive for results
• Strong analytic, research and organizational skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Excellent time/project management and prioritization skills
• Ability to excel in fluid, dynamic environment

Licensure and Certification:

• Current, unrestricted license to practice law is required

Working Conditions:

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Compensation Range:

CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary):

Organization Level Competencies

• Create an Inclusive Environment

• Cultivate Partnerships

• Develop Self and Others

• Drive Execution

• Influence Others

• Pursue Personal Excellence

• Understand the Business