Associate Counsel - Client Contracting Services

CVS Health • St. David's, CT

1d • $130,295 - $260,590

About The Position

CVS Health is hiring an in-house attorney to join its PBM client contracting team. The role supports negotiation of non-disclosure agreements with clients, consultants, client service providers, health plans, and other counterparties. The Associate Counsel also provides legal and regulatory research and guidance to fellow attorneys and business colleagues on developing issues affecting the PBM industry.

The position supports negotiation of pharmacy benefit services contracts with employer plan sponsor clients and third-party administrators (TPAs). Responsibilities may include managing client relationships, supporting the proposals team on new business opportunities, and drafting and negotiating PBM contracts. The role involves collaboration across the Legal department and with government affairs, regulatory affairs, client audit, and underwriting teams.

Requirements

• Actively practicing attorney with at least 3 years of demonstrated experience in a law firm and/or in-house setting.
• Experience with healthcare or other regulatory matters.
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts and/or interacting with government regulators or agencies regarding healthcare matters.
• Admitted to practice law in at least one state and in good standing.
• Ability to travel up to 5%, including by plane.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong legal writing and research skills, including proficiency using Westlaw.
• Experience providing advice or counsel to sophisticated clients on business matters.
• Experience in litigation or dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate non-disclosure agreements with clients, consultants, client service providers, health plans, and other counterparties.
• Provide legal and regulatory guidance and research to attorneys and business colleagues on developing issues affecting the PBM industry.
• Support negotiation of pharmacy benefit services contracts with employer plan sponsor clients and TPAs.
• Potentially manage client relationships, support the proposals team in responding to new business opportunities, and draft and negotiate PBM contracts.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Legal department and with government affairs, regulatory affairs, client audit, and underwriting departments.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility
• Eligibility for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program
• Equity award program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree