Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

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Job Summary

This is an opportunity for a motivated lawyer to join HCSC, the largest customer‑owned health insurer in the United States, operating through its Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. 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.

The position can be based in Chicago, Illinois; Richardson, Texas; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Albuquerque, New Mexico; or Helena, Montana.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Represent the Company in routine litigation and administrative proceedings, including litigation management with outside counsel and company personnel.
• Provide legal advice and support on moderately complex legal projects and assignments.
• Offer day‑to‑day legal support with reasonable independence.
• Work proactively with business and legal partners to identify and address regulatory, legal, and business risks.
• Exercise judgment and manage competing deadlines.
• Provide functional advice and guidance to legal support staff when assigned.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues to identify legal issues with potential cross‑functional impact.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with co‑workers, management, customers, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and to take on new challenges.
• Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies, and other corporate and departmental policies.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of company business.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor Degree and a license to practice law in the state where the legal department is located.
• 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney after receiving a law degree.
• Experience in the health care industry may substitute for legal experience.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge or understanding of the health care or health insurance field.

Base Pay Range

$121,200.00 - $225,200.00 (Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.)

Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are 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.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1‑866‑977‑7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned; all applications must be submitted through HCSC's Career website on‑line application process.