Senior Managing Counsel, U.S. Medical Network

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Lead a team of attorneys dedicated to supporting the contracting for the U.S. medical network.

• Serve as the primary legal counsel for provider relationships, strategy, and support.

• Aid business partners in developing and implementing strategic initiatives and significant projects that impact the medical network.

• Collaborate with cross-functional legal teams on network products and solutions.

• Establish robust business relationships with stakeholders involved in Cigna’s provider relationships.

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality legal support to key internal clients.

• Negotiate provider contracts, including arrangements for value-based reimbursement and delegation agreements.

• Stay informed about the regulatory and enforcement landscape affecting the business.

• Assist the business in creating measures to enhance contracting governance and implementation.

• Act as a strategic advisor to the business team and enterprise colleagues regarding the implications and responses to proposed and new rules, regulations, and legislation that affect the provider network.

⛳️ Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the bar is required.

• Over 10 years of legal experience in a corporate legal department and/or law firm.

• At least 3 years of experience in leading, managing, and developing attorneys and legal teams.

• Extensive experience in supporting provider contracting, managing provider relationships, and formulating network strategies within the managed care, health insurance, or healthcare sectors.

• Strong understanding of federal and state healthcare laws, regulations, and government healthcare programs.

• Proven experience in negotiating and drafting complex provider agreements, encompassing value-based reimbursement and delegation arrangements.

• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to senior leaders on legal, regulatory, and business strategy issues.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• Well-being and behavioral health programs

• 401(k)

• Company-paid life insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• A minimum of 18 days of paid time off each year

• Paid holidays

• Leaves of absence