Associate General Counsel - Telecommute - 2005911

UnitedHealth Group

Minnesota

United States

Legal
(No Timezone Provided)

UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within United States as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Execute delivery of legal services and related support to UnitedHealthcare’s clinical programs across all lines of business
  • Counsel senior management on strategic business initiatives
  • Proactively identify and resolve legal matters 
  • Develop best practices for addressing emerging legal and business risks
  • Support the development and delivery of new products
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the UnitedHealth Group’s legal and compliance departments
  • Help foster key regulatory relationships
  • Assist in the review, preparation and negotiation of various products, documents and contracts 
  • Assist with negotiations with key customers and vendors
  • You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

    Required Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctorate degree
  • 4+ years of legal experience
  • Ability to provide timely and responsive legal support for business partners located in the Central and Eastern Time Zones
  • Based on the Federal mandate full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • Relevant legal experience in health law, commercial healthcare insurance, Medicaid managed care, Medicare Advantage, litigation, contracting and/or healthcare provider legal support
  • Experience with regulatory agencies, providers, and/or clinical delivery 
  • Solid understanding of health insurance and/or the managed care industry 
  • Proven success in collaborating across a matrixed business and legal environment
  • Demonstrated understanding of business problems related to assigned legal projects and ability to evaluate and determine appropriate legal course of action to meet business unit needs
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Well-developed presentation skills
  • Ability to drive results
  • Solid work ethic
  • Advanced negotiation skills
  • Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented workplace
  • Ability to prioritize and work effectively under time constraints
  • Comfortable taking ownership and accountability for projects
  • Ability to build and maintain rapport with superiors, peers, subordinates, and external company contacts
  • Live within the vicinity Minnetonka, MN/Denver, CO/Hartford, CT
  • UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

    Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 5 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.(sm)

    Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $110,200 to $211,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

    *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

    Associate General Counsel - Telecommute - 2005911

    UnitedHealth Group

    Minnesota

    United States

    Legal

    (No Timezone Provided)

    UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

    You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within United States as you take on some tough challenges.

    Primary Responsibilities:

  • Execute delivery of legal services and related support to UnitedHealthcare’s clinical programs across all lines of business
  • Counsel senior management on strategic business initiatives
  • Proactively identify and resolve legal matters 
  • Develop best practices for addressing emerging legal and business risks
  • Support the development and delivery of new products
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the UnitedHealth Group’s legal and compliance departments
  • Help foster key regulatory relationships
  • Assist in the review, preparation and negotiation of various products, documents and contracts 
  • Assist with negotiations with key customers and vendors
  • You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

    Required Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctorate degree
  • 4+ years of legal experience
  • Ability to provide timely and responsive legal support for business partners located in the Central and Eastern Time Zones
  • Based on the Federal mandate full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • Relevant legal experience in health law, commercial healthcare insurance, Medicaid managed care, Medicare Advantage, litigation, contracting and/or healthcare provider legal support
  • Experience with regulatory agencies, providers, and/or clinical delivery 
  • Solid understanding of health insurance and/or the managed care industry 
  • Proven success in collaborating across a matrixed business and legal environment
  • Demonstrated understanding of business problems related to assigned legal projects and ability to evaluate and determine appropriate legal course of action to meet business unit needs
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Well-developed presentation skills
  • Ability to drive results
  • Solid work ethic
  • Advanced negotiation skills
  • Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented workplace
  • Ability to prioritize and work effectively under time constraints
  • Comfortable taking ownership and accountability for projects
  • Ability to build and maintain rapport with superiors, peers, subordinates, and external company contacts
  • Live within the vicinity Minnetonka, MN/Denver, CO/Hartford, CT
  • UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

    Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 5 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.(sm)

    Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $110,200 to $211,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

    *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy