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Associate General Counsel - Remote

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Optum

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Eden Prairie
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a JD and bar admission, 4+ years of legal experience in contract drafting, and strong skills in building relationships and developing contract templates.
  • You will draft, negotiate, and review complex commercial contracts, manage priorities, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance in a paperless environment.

Requirements

  • JD and bar admission, in good standing, in at least 1 U.S. state
  • 4+ years of legal experience, with specific, documented experience in contract drafting and negotiation
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain rapport with leaders, team members, employees, and external company contacts
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop customer contract templates for various products and services

Responsibilities

  • Provide transactional legal support for the OptumInsight Growth team’s sales functions by being a key drafter and negotiator of complex commercial customer contracts
  • Draft, review, revise and negotiate high volumes of complex customer agreements, from the service provider perspective, including: (i) master services and license agreements, (ii) master professional services agreements, (iii) business associate agreements, (iv) confidentiality agreements, (v) pilot agreements, and (vi) information security agreements; related statements of work, product schedules and addenda
  • Review contract language to ensure consistency/eliminate conflicts
  • Draft/update standard language for contract templates
  • Draft non-standard contract language or custom agreements based on negotiations
  • Review counterparty (e.g., client) forms/contract templates to ensure inclusion of necessary terms and conditions for the transaction
  • Identify issues in contracts/requests for proposals/documents that require escalation and engage senior legal counsel or other stakeholders as appropriate
  • Communicate risks and explain contract language and terminology (e.g., limits of liability, indemnifications, audits, etc.) appropriately for a given audience
  • Defend the company's position and rationale on contract terms
  • Meet with appropriate individuals (e.g., internal/external parties) to discuss and negotiate non-standard terms
  • Identify/recommend/engage relevant internal/external stakeholders in the contract process to problem-solve and resolve issues and approve non-standard terms
  • Engage and collaborate with internal data privacy, risk, enterprise information security, compliance and employment legal counterparts
  • Manage multiple contract priorities (e.g., assigned transactions, projects, tasks) and remain focused on key/appropriate priorities in the contracting process
  • Identify/participate in projects to suggest contract process or customer service improvements
  • Search and maintain contract records and data
  • Track and report contract status, exceptions or non-standard approvals
  • Operate proficiently within a paperless contracting process/environment

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, this position allows for remote work from anywhere within the U.S.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A JD and bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. state, along with 4+ years of legal experience, specifically in contract drafting and negotiation, are required.

Is experience in the healthcare industry preferred?

Yes, experience working on customer agreements in the healthcare industry is preferred.

What types of contracts will I be handling in this role?

You will draft, review, revise, and negotiate complex customer agreements, including master services and license agreements, master professional services agreements, business associate agreements, confidentiality agreements, pilot agreements, and information security agreements.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

You will become part of an innovative and experienced team of attorneys and legal professionals that operates in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this role is between $106,800 and $194,200 annually based on full-time employment.

What benefits does UnitedHealth Group offer?

UnitedHealth Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and a 401k contribution.

Are there any specific skills I should have for this role?

Significant contract drafting experience, the ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities, and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Will I need to adhere to any specific policies while working remotely?

Yes, all employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

What is the application process for this position?

The job posting will be available for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool is collected, and may be taken down earlier due to the volume of applicants.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Optum is a health services and technology company that provides a wide range of solutions to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. They offer services in healthcare management, data analytics, pharmacy benefit management, and technology solutions to healthcare providers, payers, employers, and government agencies. Optum's ultimate mission is to improve the health system's efficiency and effectiveness, creating a healthier world for everyone. Their purpose lies in collaborating with healthcare partners to address complex challenges, such as improving care coordination, reducing healthcare costs, and enhancing patient experiences. By leveraging data-driven insights and innovative technology, Optum aims to empower healthcare professionals and organisations to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and drive positive healthcare outcomes for individuals and communities worldwide.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Honour commitments. Never compromise ethics.

  • Compassion

    Walk in the shoes of people we serve and those with whom we work.

  • Relationships

    Build trust through collaboration.

  • Innovation

    Invent the future, learn from the past.

  • Performance

    Demonstrate excellence in everything we do.