Prime Therapeutics
Deputy General Counsel, Litigation - REMOTE
Prime Therapeutics, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Overview
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. Deputy General Counsel, Litigation - REMOTE
Job Description The Deputy General Counsel Litigation leads the company’s litigation strategy, manages all aspects of legal disputes and ensures effective resolution. The position provides direction and leadership to non-lawyer and lawyer professionals and is a key member of the legal department’s leadership team.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Oversee all company litigation matters, including commercial, employment, anti-trust, and federal and state regulatory inquiries
Develop and implement litigation and risk management strategies that align with Prime’s business objectives, mitigate risk and protect the company’s brand and business
Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on the most complex legal scenarios
Select, manage, and evaluate external legal counsel to ensure high-quality representation
Oversee Prime's Records and Information Management (RIM) program, eDiscovery platform, employment law and HR support functions
Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
Juris Doctor degree and current state attorney's license
15 years of relevant work experience, including 12 years of experience as an attorney and 5 years representing managed care companies, health care clients, or clients in highly regulated, complex industries
10 years of leadership/people management experience
Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship
Additional Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of PBM regulatory frameworks and healthcare law, with demonstrated ability to proactively identify and address emerging legal risks
Provides strategic legal guidance to business leaders, translating complex legal requirements into actionable business strategies
Leads legal support for key business initiatives, including product development, strategic partnerships, and compliance programs
Collaborates with senior compliance, clinical, and operational leaders to align legal strategy with enterprise objectives
Oversees outside counsel on significant matters, including litigation, investigations, and regulatory inquiries
Contributes to the development of internal legal policies and training programs to enhance organizational legal literacy
Preferred Qualifications
5 years across a wide variety of legal functions (corporate governance, dispute resolution, contract negotiation, employment law, audits/investigations, regulatory compliance)
3 years of experience advising senior business leaders on legal strategy, risk mitigation, and regulatory interpretation
Demonstrated experience in federal healthcare laws and regulations such as HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute, and False Claims Act, with a focus on PBM and managed care operations
Experience engaging with regulatory bodies (e.g., CMS, OIG, state pharmacy boards) and contributing to internal or external policy initiatives
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their job, and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
Every employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship. In addition, Prime retains the right to change or assign other duties to this job.
Potential pay for this position ranges from $217,000.00 - $369,000.00 based on experience and skills.
To review our Benefits, Incentives and Additional Compensation, visit our Benefits page at https://www.primetherapeutics.com/benefits and click on the Benefits at a glance button for more detail.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class under federal, state, or local law. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1.866.469.1257 or email Careers@primetherapeutics.com.
Positions will be posted for a minimum of five consecutive workdays.
Prime Therapeutics' fast-paced and dynamic work environment is ideal for proactively addressing the constant changes in today's health care industry. Our employees are involved, empowered, and rewarded for their achievements. We value new ideas and work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care and service to our members.
#J-18808-Ljbffr Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. Deputy General Counsel, Litigation - REMOTE
Job Description The Deputy General Counsel Litigation leads the company’s litigation strategy, manages all aspects of legal disputes and ensures effective resolution. The position provides direction and leadership to non-lawyer and lawyer professionals and is a key member of the legal department’s leadership team.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Oversee all company litigation matters, including commercial, employment, anti-trust, and federal and state regulatory inquiries
Develop and implement litigation and risk management strategies that align with Prime’s business objectives, mitigate risk and protect the company’s brand and business
Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on the most complex legal scenarios
Select, manage, and evaluate external legal counsel to ensure high-quality representation
Oversee Prime's Records and Information Management (RIM) program, eDiscovery platform, employment law and HR support functions
Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
Juris Doctor degree and current state attorney's license
15 years of relevant work experience, including 12 years of experience as an attorney and 5 years representing managed care companies, health care clients, or clients in highly regulated, complex industries
10 years of leadership/people management experience
Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship
Additional Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of PBM regulatory frameworks and healthcare law, with demonstrated ability to proactively identify and address emerging legal risks
Provides strategic legal guidance to business leaders, translating complex legal requirements into actionable business strategies
Leads legal support for key business initiatives, including product development, strategic partnerships, and compliance programs
Collaborates with senior compliance, clinical, and operational leaders to align legal strategy with enterprise objectives
Oversees outside counsel on significant matters, including litigation, investigations, and regulatory inquiries
Contributes to the development of internal legal policies and training programs to enhance organizational legal literacy
Preferred Qualifications
5 years across a wide variety of legal functions (corporate governance, dispute resolution, contract negotiation, employment law, audits/investigations, regulatory compliance)
3 years of experience advising senior business leaders on legal strategy, risk mitigation, and regulatory interpretation
Demonstrated experience in federal healthcare laws and regulations such as HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute, and False Claims Act, with a focus on PBM and managed care operations
Experience engaging with regulatory bodies (e.g., CMS, OIG, state pharmacy boards) and contributing to internal or external policy initiatives
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their job, and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
Every employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship. In addition, Prime retains the right to change or assign other duties to this job.
Potential pay for this position ranges from $217,000.00 - $369,000.00 based on experience and skills.
To review our Benefits, Incentives and Additional Compensation, visit our Benefits page at https://www.primetherapeutics.com/benefits and click on the Benefits at a glance button for more detail.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class under federal, state, or local law. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1.866.469.1257 or email Careers@primetherapeutics.com.
Positions will be posted for a minimum of five consecutive workdays.
Prime Therapeutics' fast-paced and dynamic work environment is ideal for proactively addressing the constant changes in today's health care industry. Our employees are involved, empowered, and rewarded for their achievements. We value new ideas and work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care and service to our members.
#J-18808-Ljbffr Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.