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Assistant General Counsel – Contracting

Posted Nov 20
Full Time
Chicago, Illinois

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.

This is an opportunity for a motivated lawyer to provide counsel relating to complex contracting, including vendor, provider network, producer/customer, and strategic sourcing contracting. In a highly complex and evolving legal and technology environment, the ideal candidate will provide sound, actionable legal advice on regulatory, business, 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. HCSC is the largest customer-owned health insurer in the United States, operating Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. In addition to its core health insurance offerings, HCSC is proud to serve millions of people through a diverse portfolio of businesses that provide adjacent products and services. These companies help advance HCSC’s goal of expanding access to quality, cost-effective health care to help people live healthier. The position can be based in Chicago, Illinois; Richardson, Texas; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Helena, Montana, or Nashville, Tennessee. Please note this role is a hybrid role. This requires in-office hours 3 days a week at the respective office location. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Job Requirements

Knowledge or understanding of the health care, health insurance, or claim administration field.3+ years’ experience advising providers, insurers, or other health care entities.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where the unique differences of our employees are welcomed, 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.