Associate Senior Counsel- US Commercial Medical Network- Hybrid

8-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

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- Strategic Legal Counsel for Cigna's US Commercial Medical Network
- Experience in Health Care Managed Care/Insurance Industry Required
- Work with Regional Directors and National Contracting Leaders to Drive Business Strategy
- Collaborate with Legal and Corporate Affairs Team to Provide Legal Advice and Counsel
- Lead Counsel for Regional US Medical Network Contracting Teams
- Negotiate Complex Provider Agreements and Manage Disputes
- Support Various Company Initiatives to Promote Alternative Solutions
- Work with a Variety of Business Stakeholders and Matrix Partners
- Hybrid Role with 50% Office and 50% Remote Work

The Cigna Group is seeking an experienced Associate Senior Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and counsel for a region of the US Commercial Medical Network contracting team. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work arrangement, requiring 50% in-office and 50% remote work. The ideal candidate will have a background in the health care managed care/insurance industry and medical provider contracting, as well as the ability to collaborate within the business and across the broader Legal and Corporate Affairs team.

Responsibilities:
- Act as lead counsel for regional US Medical Network contracting teams, supporting Regional Vice President, Regional Directors, and Provider Contracting Directors across multiple states
- Provide day-to-day legal support for network management, including strategy and advice on contracting approaches, compliance with Cigna policies, and assistance with routine documents
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex provider agreements with an understanding of business implications and potential regulatory considerations
- Manage provider disputes and pre-litigation matters, counseling business clients on potential outcomes and assisting with responses to objections and disputes
- Collaborate with key legal, compliance, and business partners to address claims or contract issues, regulatory concerns, and assist with responses to regulators, clients, or customers
- Support various company initiatives, such as value-based contracting, strategic alliances, and cost-savings strategies
- Work closely with internal partners, including network team, compliance, litigation, privacy, state regulatory affairs, government affairs, and other business units to provide legal advice and counsel on a variety of decisions

Qualifications:
- Law degree and at least 8-10 years of corporate legal department or law firm experience
- Strong analytical and contract writing skills, as well as strong negotiating skills
- Ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively
- Demonstrated good judgment and willingness to take on difficult projects
- Ability to collaborate with a variety of business stakeholders and team members

Join The Cigna Group and make a difference in the lives of our clients, customers, and patients. We are committed to improving their health and vitality through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email for support. Please do not email for updates on your application or to provide your resume, as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where it is legally permissible. Candidates in these states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to their start date. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Salary Information:
Salary for this position will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off will also be provided.

Job Title: Associate Senior Counsel - US Commercial Medical Network - Hybrid

Experience Information:
- At least 8-10 years of corporate legal department or law firm experience
- Background in health care managed care/insurance industry and medical provider contracting required
- JD and Bar membership required

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Legal advice and counsel, Strategic planning, Contract negotiation, Compliance management, Dispute resolution, Risk assessment, Regulatory compliance, Legal research, Contract review, Project management, Collaboration, Time management, Analytical skills, Communication, Writing, Negotiation, Teamwork, Problem-solving, Judgment, Prioritization, Independence, Stakeholder engagement, Telecommuting, Internet connectivity, Microsoft Office proficiency, Adaptability, Attention to detail, Confidentiality, Business acumen, Healthcare industry knowledge, Managed care industry knowledge.

Law degree.

Interested candidates can apply online through the company's website or by emailing for support.

Qualification and Experience Law degree, JD, Bar membership.

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