Associate General Counsel, Litigation

The Litigation Associate General Counsel reports to the Senior Associate General Counsel & Director Legal Services. This position is responsible for providing analysis and counsel on a wide variety of legal issues affecting Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas and its subsidiaries (BCBSKS). Primary responsibilities include overseeing and monitoring litigation in state and federal courts involving all aspects of BCBSKS’ business and operations. Secondary responsibilities include regulatory analysis and counsel, focused on federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements that apply to BCBSKS business and operations. Additional responsibilities include responding to internal legal inquiries regarding human resources, tax, sales, provider services, and vendor relations.

“This position is eligible to work onsite or hybrid (9 or more days a month on site) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”

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Why Join Us

• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.

• Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees.

• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.

• Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas

• Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion and community

• Flexibility: options to work onsite or hybrid available

• Balance: paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire

• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

Compensation

$112,800- $134,000 annually
Exempt 18

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid.  All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.
   
  

What you’ll do

• Provides legal advice to BCBSKS and subsidiaries’ leadership and employees as needed, particularly related to litigation, and other legal matters.

• Serves as a primary Legal Department contact to BCBSKS business areas involved in matters that may lead to litigation or are already involved in litigated matters. Regulatory agency action and investigations included.

• Serve as a primary Legal Department contact to outside legal counsel on litigation matters.

• Serves as lead attorney on collecting and reviewing evidentiary material for outside counsel.

• Assist outside counsel with communication and contact with BCBSKS staff when necessary.

• Serve as a legal advisor for regulatory matters, including government investigations, audits, and examinations.

• Identify and assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential legal issues.

• Provide legal education to BCBSKS employees through presentations, written materials and individual consultation.

• Represent the company in communications and correspondence with regulatory agencies, industry bodies, and other key external stakeholders.

• Stay up to date with changes in the legal environment and advise on their potential impact on the business.

• Provide guidance and support to other legal and compliance team members on complex regulatory issues.

• Advise senior executives on litigation matters.

• May supervise and manage non-attorney legal staff, delegating tasks, overseeing the execution of key responsibilities, and completing performance management activities.

• Mentor and guide non-attorney legal staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring quality work.

What you need

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Significant human relations skills: proficiency in self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills necessary to carry out duties in a professional manner.

• Significant problem-solving skills in determining how to accomplish corporate goals and objectives consistent with legal requirements.

• Ability to understand the health insurance industry and legal environment.

• Ability to interpret new laws, regulations, and developing case law for their applicability and impact on the company and its subsidiaries.

• Ability to develop and recommend legal strategies consistent with the industry and developing areas of law that affect it.

• Ability to provide clear, actionable legal advice to both legal and non-legal teams.

• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards.

• Experience managing or working closely with regulatory agencies and handling investigations.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school.

• Current license to practice law in Kansas (may be obtained as allowed by law after assuming the position).

• Minimum 5 years of experience practicing law within a law firm, as in-house counsel within private or government entity and/or judicial clerkship.

• A focus on legal issues in Health Care, Insurance or Finance preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package

• Incentive pay program (EPIP)

• Health/Vision/Dental insurance

• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers

• Fertility/Adoption assistance

• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave

• 5% 401(k) plan matching

• Tuition reimbursement

• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all.