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Associate General Counsel (Litigation)

Company

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Address , Newark, 07105
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $131,300 - $179,235 a year
Expires 2023-10-17
Posted at 8 months ago
Job Description
Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware
Job Summary:
The Associate General Counsel - Litigation is responsible for the management of litigation and pre-litigation matters and providing legal advice to the Company with regard to various health insurance issues. This position must be a collaborative partner with the business to identify and respond to litigation issues through proactive problem solving.
Responsibilities:
  • Represents the Company through all phases of judicial or administrative proceedings (including discovery, negotiations and arbitration) and in government investigations.
  • Manages outside counsel and litigation budgets.
  • Receives and reviews lawsuits and pre-litigation demands served on the Company. Determines liability exposure and recommends whether to defend or settle. Negotiates and authorizes settlements, where appropriate.
  • Prepares summaries of litigation and other legal matters, as necessary.
  • Develops and maintains internal client relationship and provides coordination with outside counsel when necessary.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Education/Experience:
  • Requires Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
  • Active NJ Bar Admission or eligibility to obtain limited license for in-house counsel required.
  • Requires ability to travel, primarily in New Jersey, to attend litigation related appearances and proceedings.
  • Requires minimum of five (5) years of experience in the practice of litigation, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm.
  • Prefers experience in the Health Care industry, including familiarity with ERISA and applicable New Jersey insurance-fraud rules and regulations.
Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of NJ practice and court rules.
  • Knowledge of health insurance industry preferred, including applicable ERISA concepts.
Skills:
  • Practical and Prompt Problem Solving Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Enjoys Working in Team Environment
  • Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Excellent Analytical Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Highly Collaborative and Forward Thinking
  • Interpersonal & Client Relationship Skills
  • Excellent Judgment
  • Attention to Detail
Salary Range:
$131,300 - $179,235
This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Incentive Plans
  • Wellness Programs
  • Generous PTO
  • Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.