Legal Counsel - Technology

Elevance Health•Washington, DC

4d•$114,960 - $206,928•Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Counsel - Technology is responsible for providing legal advice on enterprise-wide technology matters and will effectively assist and advise on the development, use and sale of digital health technology products and services, including artificial intelligence (AI). This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.

Requirements

Requires a JD, current license to practice law and a minimum of 3 years of specific industry and/or technical legal experience post licensure; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

JD from an ABA accredited law school.
Legal practice experience with a focus on technology and health law in a technology or health care company or law firm.
Experience with commercial technology vendor agreements.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively present information to and advise business stakeholders.
Client-service orientation with ability to create effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the Digital & Corporate Enterprise Legal team.
Provide legal advice and guidance on technology law topics such as AI, SaaS, software as a medical device, technology product development lifecycle, and data use advising business stakeholders and coordinating with lines of business attorneys.
Negotiate various contracts, including Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, SaaS Agreements, MOUs, and Partner Agreements for technology products and services with clients and partners.
Advise clients on legal risks and actively propose risk mitigation options. Implement risk mitigation options in collaboration with cross-functional teams of stakeholders.
Develop and maintain contract templates and negotiation playbook in collaboration with technology legal peers.
Review and advise sales teams regarding responses to client RFPs for technology-related services and products consistent with enterprise-wide technology delivery strategy.
Analyze changing regulations impacting business and provide strategic legal analysis and advice regarding gap assessments and mitigating controls.
Research and support the development of key strategic positions regarding the use of technology and provide ongoing internal education and training on legal issues.
Prioritize competing priorities, communicate effectively, maintain a positive attitude and flexibility while producing consistently high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment.