Assistant Counsel

Job Description We're seeking an Assistant Counsel to join our legal team. This position is well-suited for someone eager to build broad in-house experience and contribute as a flexible team player supporting evolving business needs. The Assistant Counsel will provide legal support across a range of matters, with a particular focus on government-regulated programs and health plan operations. As a valued member of our organization, you will help support our business operations by ensuring legal compliance and managing risk effectively. This role offers exposure to complex legal and regulatory issues, close collaboration with experienced in-house counsel and meaningful interaction with internal business partners. What You'll Do Provides legal support to in-house counsel and internal business partners on diverse issues of law that arise in the Company's business operations. Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, administrative rules, and case law relevant to health plans and government health programs. Prepares legal memoranda and opinions to apply legal knowledge to varying business situations. Drafts, negotiates, and reviews legal agreements. Drafts and reviews correspondence and other documents on behalf of the Company. Supports the Legal Department's work with federal and state regulators, including research, drafting and preparation of regulatory filings and responses. Provides client training on timely and relevant legal issues. Monitors legislative and regulatory developments affecting health plans and government health programs and escalate key issues to senior counsel and business partners. Responds to administrative complaints and information requests and represents the Company in such matters. Negotiates settlements of disputes and administrative complaints. Assists with internal compliance initiatives and implementation of new legal or regulatory requirements. Provides support on developing legal issues and Performs other duties as assigned. What You Bring Graduate of an accredited law school required 3+ years of experience in related field Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or must obtain License within 1 year of employment. Bonus Points Professional experience and/or coursework related to health care law, insurance law, ERISA, ACA, Medicare. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, compliance obligations or payer/provider issues strongly preferred, even if experience is introductory. Issue spotting judgment appropriate to experience level and demonstrated ability to escalate risks appropriately Intellectual curiosity and learning mindset Collaborative approach to providing client support What You'll Get The opportunity to work at thecutting edgeof health care delivery with a teamthat'sdeeply invested in the community. Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to dogreat work Medical, dental, and vision coverage along withnumeroushealth and wellness programs. Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacyassistance Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education 401k match including an annual company contribution Learn more Salary Range At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. *Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance. $98,092.00 - $156,947.00 Skills Administrative Law, Case Law, Contractual Drafting, Employment Law Counseling, Federal Laws, Healthcare Law, Insurance Law, Labor and Employment Law, Legal Analysis, Legal Consulting, Legal Documents, Legal Documents Preparation, Legal Experience, Legal Practices, Legal Research, Legal Services Management, Regulatory Work _____________________________________________________________________ JOB ALERT FRAUD: We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information. Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All our career opportunities are published on https://bcbsnc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BCBSNC. If you have already provided your personal information that you suspect is fraudulent activity, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: HR.Staffing@BCBSNC.com.