Senior General Assistant Counsel

Organization: Carefirst BCBS
Location: Baltimore, MD
Date Posted: 07/16/2025

PURPOSE:

The Assistant General Counsel II provides a complete range of highly specialized legal services in support of the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Director, Managing Assistant General Counsel, and executive management in the Division(s) to which the Assistant General Counsel is assigned, and may represent CareFirst, Inc., its subsidiaries, and/or affiliates (“the Corporation”) in litigation brought by and or against it. This position also manages Associate General Counsel, Legal Assistants/Paralegals, and/or legal support staff in providing legal and litigation services to executive management.

This position will primarily support the company’s information technology clients, initiatives, and strategies, as well as a focus on IT-related vendor contracting reviews and approvals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Legal Advice

Provides written and oral advice directly to executive management and/or their designees in complex and rapidly evolving areas of the law. Analyzes and provides legal guidance on a wide range of regulatory, contractual and operational matters, including the interpretation and implementation of legislation. Provides clear, succinct, and actionable written advice to key executive stakeholders that reflects full understanding of the pertinent operations of the Division(s) to which assigned. Renders legal guidance to counsel supporting other Divisions in specialized areas of expertise.

Contract Drafting and Negotiation

Provides advice and counsel to executive management and/or their designees on contractual matters, including issues arising from alliances and partnerships with, and investments in, start-up and established companies. Provides strategic analysis of available alternatives and associated legal risks. Drafts, analyzes, and negotiates contracts and complex agreements involving multiple companies and significant financial resources with outside vendors. Represents the Company in disputes and/or negotiations arising from contractual relationships and/or performance.

Strategic Legal Counseling

Provides advice and counsel directly to executive management and/or their designees on all legal issues affecting the Division(s) to which assigned and assists in development of business strategies within legal constraints. Provides strategic direction and guidance to Associate General Counsel and legal support staff based on corporate initiatives and allocates resources based on established priorities. Evaluates divisional initiatives and represents the Corporation’s legal interests on intercompany management/executive committees.

External Representation

Represents the Corporation’s legal interests by interfacing with opposing counsel and regulatory agencies on issues having significant impact on company operations and/or finances. Supports clients in managing communications with external parties in areas of conflict. Builds and maintains key regulatory relationships related to matters that primarily affect the Division assigned. Represents the company on legal issues arising from regulatory investigations, subpoenas, or external audits.

Management and Supervision

Manages the operations of the area(s) of the Legal Department assigned, including directing internal/external customers to appropriate areas of the company and/or legal department, as appropriate. Manages Associate General Counsel and/or legal support staff, including supervision of attorneys or staff, conducting performance evaluations and resolving personnel-related issues, at one or more sites in addressing the needs of the Division(s) and/or in representing the Corporation in legal proceedings brought by and against the Corporation.

Corporate Governance

Provides legal guidance to executive management regarding corporate governance issues and corporate transactional matters, including mergers, acquisitions and/or investments. May perform corporate secretarial duties for subsidiary board(s), as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Juris Doctor

Experience: 8 years’ experience as an attorney required and at least 3 years’ experience as a lawyer representing clients in health care, insurance, health-related technology, information technology, government contracting, or related field. Candidates with fewer than the required years of experience as an attorney, but other significant experience in a legal position, may be considered.

Licenses/Certifications

Bar Admission: Admission to the MD or DC Bar within 1 Year Required

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in advising clients in a complex regulatory environment.
Demonstrated leadership within a legal department or organization.
Prior experience managing other attorneys or legal support staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Experience and knowledge in the areas to be supported is essential – Expert
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills – Expert
Ability to follow instructions, be flexible/versatile, and work independently – Expert
Effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging – Expert
Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence.

Salary Range:

$171,760 – $307,021

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case’s facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Office of Corporate Counsel I

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.