Associate General Counsel, Regulatory Affairs - CA, CT, or MN preferred - Remote - UnitedHealth Group
Houston, TX 77001
About the Job
At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care.
The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better.
Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable.
Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring.
Connecting.
Growing together.You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely
• from anywhere within the U.S.
as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:Execute delivery of legal services and related support to UnitedHealthcare’s regulatory affairs organizationDrive implementation of new legislation, including mental health parity legislationCounsel senior management on regulatory matters and risk mitigationProvide legal support to regulatory issues, including market conduct exams and regulatory complaintsServe as lead legal support for market conduct exams, including negotiation of resolutions with regulators related to audits, exams or other inquiries Counsel on mental health parity related inquiries and assist with parity related analysis and risk mitigation Draft exam and audit responses, consent orders and settlement agreementsSupport key areas for regulatory advocacy with federal and state agenciesCollaborate with colleagues across the UnitedHealth Group’s legal and compliance departmentsHelp foster key regulatory relationshipsYou’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 degreeCurrent license to practice law in one or more US jurisdictions5+ years of legal experience2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: LitigationHealth ParityHealthcare insurance Preferred Qualifications:Legal experience in health law or commercial healthcare insurance Experience with regulatory agencies Experience with mental health parity program compliance Background in litigation or audit support Understanding of health insurance and/or the managed care industry Understanding of business problems related to assigned legal projects and ability to evaluate and determine appropriate legal course of action to meet business unit needsProven success in collaborating across a matrixed business and legal environmentProven ability to build and maintain rapport with superiors, peers, subordinates, and external company contacts*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C.
Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.
We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Brand: UnitedHealthcare LCRAJob ID: 2258441Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: Corporate ServicesFunction: Legal GeneralIndustry: Direct Health/Medical Insurance Carrier
The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better.
Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable.
Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring.
Connecting.
Growing together.You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely
• from anywhere within the U.S.
as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:Execute delivery of legal services and related support to UnitedHealthcare’s regulatory affairs organizationDrive implementation of new legislation, including mental health parity legislationCounsel senior management on regulatory matters and risk mitigationProvide legal support to regulatory issues, including market conduct exams and regulatory complaintsServe as lead legal support for market conduct exams, including negotiation of resolutions with regulators related to audits, exams or other inquiries Counsel on mental health parity related inquiries and assist with parity related analysis and risk mitigation Draft exam and audit responses, consent orders and settlement agreementsSupport key areas for regulatory advocacy with federal and state agenciesCollaborate with colleagues across the UnitedHealth Group’s legal and compliance departmentsHelp foster key regulatory relationshipsYou’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 degreeCurrent license to practice law in one or more US jurisdictions5+ years of legal experience2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: LitigationHealth ParityHealthcare insurance Preferred Qualifications:Legal experience in health law or commercial healthcare insurance Experience with regulatory agencies Experience with mental health parity program compliance Background in litigation or audit support Understanding of health insurance and/or the managed care industry Understanding of business problems related to assigned legal projects and ability to evaluate and determine appropriate legal course of action to meet business unit needsProven success in collaborating across a matrixed business and legal environmentProven ability to build and maintain rapport with superiors, peers, subordinates, and external company contacts*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C.
Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.
Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.
We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Brand: UnitedHealthcare LCRAJob ID: 2258441Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: Corporate ServicesFunction: Legal GeneralIndustry: Direct Health/Medical Insurance Carrier
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