Assistant General Counsel in United States at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Assistant General Counsel based in United States.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced healthcare attorney to serve as the primary legal advisor for a growing pharmacy benefit management (PBM) business. In this highly strategic, executive-facing role, you will provide legal guidance that directly influences business decisions, regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, and long-term growth initiatives. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will navigate the evolving healthcare regulatory landscape while balancing legal risk with business objectives. You will have significant ownership over complex legal matters, opportunities to lead key initiatives, and the ability to shape legal strategy within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. This remote position is ideal for a seasoned legal professional seeking meaningful influence and broad organizational impact.

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for the pharmacy benefit management business, providing strategic counsel to executive leadership on regulatory, contractual, and operational matters.
• Interpret and advise on state and federal healthcare regulations, including PBM laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and emerging legislative developments while helping the business manage legal and compliance risks.
• Structure, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements that support business growth and protect organizational interests.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify legal risks, develop practical solutions, and support strategic initiatives across multiple business functions.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries, assist with interactions involving Departments of Insurance, and support compliance-related investigations and litigation matters.
• Provide legal support to additional business units as needed while overseeing outside counsel and contributing to department-wide legal initiatives and operational improvements.
• Lead special projects, mentor and develop legal team members, promote consistency within legal operations, and foster a collaborative, high-performing legal function.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including significant in-house experience supporting a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) or health insurance carrier.
• Deep knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations affecting PBMs, including state PBM regulations, HIPAA, ERISA, and related federal and state compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial contracts and legal agreements.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and support fast-paced business operations with sound legal judgment.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing legal initiatives, collaborating across departments, mentoring team members, and overseeing outside counsel.
• High ethical standards, professional integrity, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to solving complex business and legal challenges.

• Competitive annual base salary ranging from $240,000 to $259,000, based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Fully remote work arrangement within the United States, with occasional travel for meetings, client engagements, conferences, and company events.
• Comprehensive medical coverage featuring a nationwide Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plan with employee-friendly cost sharing.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, AD&D coverage, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, and flexible spending account (FSA) options.
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Industry-leading paid time off (PTO) program.
• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with strong opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.