[Hiring] Counsel- Health Law @Cigna Healthcare

Role Description

The Counsel – PBM Sales and Account Management position provides enterprise-wide support and guidance for U.S. contracting activities, with an emphasis on pharmacy benefit management agreements between Express Scripts and external clients. The position will work closely with Sales and Account Management, Compliance and Finance business colleagues and will report directly to the Senior Managing Counsel for PBM Legal Transactions.

The position requires an ability to draft and negotiate contract terms across a wide area of contracts, ensure that contracts meet compliance/governance requirements and work with clients at all levels on a daily basis. Candidates must have knowledge and expertise in contract drafting, contract negotiation and compliance, risk evaluation.

• Contract Drafting and Negotiations: Experience in drafting and negotiating contract terms, templates and guidelines for contracting, including standard alternative clauses for a wide range of commodities.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Identification, evaluation and reporting on potential risk in connection with commercial contracting and disputes; meeting with senior legal, corporate and client management concerning key risk issues.
• Training, Education and Presentations: Ability to develop and provide training to all levels of the organization; strong presentation skills, including the ability to present to senior management.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support to the Sales and Account Management organization and other internal business partners supporting PBM clients (Finance, Audit, etc.).
• Negotiate complex legal documents, including PBM client agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and data protection agreements directly with external clients, including employer groups, coalitions and consultants.
• Collaborate strategically with internal business partners to advise on new business offerings, identify legal or regulatory challenges and present effective solutions.
• Effectively matrix with senior-level attorneys and critical business partners, including Compliance, Privacy, Information Technology, operations and Corporate/Business Development.
• Manage outside counsel on discrete matters as may be required.
• Work with Legal, Compliance and business clients in developing, implementing, and coordinating contracting and governance strategies.
• Proactively identify contracting risks for business partners.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of commercial contracting experience, including drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and risk-analysis skills.
• Preferred experience in healthcare, insurance, benefits, and/or pharmacy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with legal and non-legal partners.
• Ability and willingness to learn new subject areas and take on expanded responsibilities.

Requirements

• If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

Benefits

• Anticipated annual salary of 132,700 - 221,100 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
• Eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
• Comprehensive range of benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs.
• 401(k) and company paid life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays.

Company Description

At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.