Associate Legal Counsel

CVS Health•Hartford, CT

3d•$118,450 - $236,900•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary: As an Associate Legal Counsel, you will provide strategic legal advice and counsel to internal business partners with respect to healthcare regulations and laws, predominantly the 340B services team. You will identify business and legal risks and provide solutions which balance legal issues and business objectives. You will support the contracting and operational work for the 340B services team. You will work collaboratively with other internal partners across the enterprise requiring you to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

3+ years of experience as an attorney with a law firm, healthcare company or judicial clerkship
Licensed to practice law and current, active member in good standing of a state bar
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Responsive to requests and strong adherence to deadlines
Ability to handle multiple priorities within deadlines without significant direct supervision
Customer-focused orientation
Foster collaborative and collegial relationships with colleagues and clients
Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of laws and regulations that impact the 340B services team, including the 340B statue, HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, False Claims Act, and Federal Anti-Kickback statue
Strong interpersonal skills with knowledge of healthcare regulatory and contract law
Ability to assess business and legal risk while balancing practical solutions
Proven ability to lead, influence, and collaborate across all levels and with external partners
Capable of managing multiple, complex projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Sound professional judgment

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice and counsel to internal business partners with respect to healthcare regulations and laws, predominantly the 340B services team.
Identify business and legal risks and provide solutions which balance legal issues and business objectives.
Support the contracting and operational work for the 340B services team.
Work collaboratively with other internal partners across the enterprise requiring you to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients at all levels of the organization.
Assist with special projects and serve on cross-functional teams.
Oversee outside counsel and consultants and handle sensitive initiatives.