Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from UnitedHealth Group
Job overview
The Associate General Counsel, Procurement at UnitedHealth Group provides legal support for procurement activities, impacting the company's enterprise procurement operations and legal risk management.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves negotiating and drafting complex vendor and supplier contracts, advising business leaders on legal matters, supporting mergers and acquisitions diligence, creating legal templates, delivering training, and managing pre-litigation disputes.
Compensation and benefits
The salary ranges from $132,200 to $226,600 annually, with benefits including a comprehensive package, incentive programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions, subject to eligibility.
Experience and skills
Requires a Juris Doctorate, 5+ years of sophisticated commercial legal experience, negotiation skills in various contract types, and bar admission; preferred qualifications include major law firm experience, healthcare industry knowledge, and proficiency with standard software tools.
Career development
The position offers clear direction for success and development opportunities for other roles within the company.
Work environment and culture
UnitedHealth Group values diversity, equity, and inclusion, promotes a collaborative team environment, supports remote work, and is committed to health equity and environmental responsibility.
Company information
UnitedHealth Group is a leading healthcare and well-being company with two main businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, focused on improving health outcomes globally.
Team overview
The attorney will be part of a corporate legal team working collaboratively on complex legal matters within a results-driven practice group.
Job location and travel
The position is remote within the U.S., with a requirement to adhere to the company's Telecommuter Policy, and Minnesota bar admission if located in Minnesota.
Application process
Applications are accepted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool is collected; early removal possible due to volume; candidates must pass a drug test before employment.
Unique job features
The role offers the flexibility of remote work, involvement in sophisticated legal transactions, and the opportunity to impact procurement legal strategies in a major healthcare company.
Company overview
UnitedHealth Group is a diversified health and well-being company that operates through two distinct platforms: UnitedHealthcare, which provides healthcare coverage and benefits services, and Optum, which offers information and technology-enabled health services. They generate revenue primarily through premiums, fees for medical services, and sales of health-related products. Founded in 1977, UnitedHealth Group has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions and innovations, becoming a leader in the healthcare industry with a strong focus on improving health outcomes and reducing costs.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 5+ years of sophisticated commercial and transactional legal experience, focusing on negotiation and drafting of complex vendor and supplier contracts, especially in procurement, IT licensing, and business process outsourcing.
Emphasize your ability to independently manage and drive complex legal projects to completion while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and senior executives, showcasing problem-solving and real-time advocacy skills.
Apply through multiple platforms including UnitedHealth Group's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of getting noticed for this remote Associate General Counsel role.
Connect with legal professionals and procurement team members at UnitedHealth Group on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent company initiatives in healthcare procurement or asking about their experience managing vendor contracts in a regulated environment.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'commercial agreements,' 'vendor negotiation,' 'business process outsourcing,' 'intellectual property diligence,' and 'healthcare regulatory compliance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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