The Senior Corporate Counsel, Compliance & Commercial operates under general direction and is responsible for providing legal and regulatory guidance to the organization. 

This person negotiates and drafts complex commercial transactions, including technology agreements, and provides compliance guidance and support throughout the organization to ensure our products and services comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 

This role requires sound judgment, business acumen, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams. Previous experience managing others is required.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of complex technology agreements, including licensing, customer and vendor agreements and strategic partnerships
• Advises on contract structure and associated risks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
• Collaborates with business partners on agreement structure and strategy, execution, and ongoing contractual obligations
• Serves as the legal subject matter expert on federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, including HIPAA
• Provides legal guidance on privacy and data security issues
• Reviews, interprets, and advises on applicable laws and regulations related to our products and services, including for our Medicare Advantage and ACA Exchanges business
• Interacts with vendors and customers on legal and regulatory issues
• Serves as our Compliance Official; supports compliance initiatives, including audits, training, and policy development
• Partners with key compliance stakeholders including product teams and HR to deliver clear regulatory guidance, effective compliance training and awareness campaigns. Creates and delivers training programs for employees
• Assists in the investigation of compliance issues and works to resolve any identified violations or concerns, supporting remediation efforts as needed
• Supports third party risk management programs, including advising and providing guidance on customer, supplier and partner compliance programs

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills with the ability to communicate complex legal and regulatory concepts clearly and concisely
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to approach complex compliance issues strategically
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion in sensitive legal matters
• Ability to identify and mitigate legal and business risks and provide practical solutions to complex issues to support our compliance programs
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead a team, including management, development and growth of individuals as well as mentor others

Experience:

• 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney, including experience working in an in-house legal department
• 5 years of experience managing the work of others
• Significant experience negotiating complex commercial transactions, including technology agreements
• Experience providing counsel on compliance issues, including related to HIPAA
• Experience supporting Medicare Advantage and ACA Exchanges business

Required Training, Certification and Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to use equipment at workstation for up to 8 hours daily
• Working remotely
• Up to 10% travel required

Benefits Overview

At NASCO, we trust our workforce to be fully remote, working from their home. This benefit offers significant, personalized outcomes for each associate including work/life balance, savings on commuting, work clothing, and increased time to spend on personal activities.

Our full benefit package is designed to support the physical, mental, and financial health of our associates. We offer:

Physical and Mental Health Benefits

• Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Telehealthcare – for Medical and Behavioral visits
• Generous PTO with buy/sell options
• 9 Company holidays, a floating day off, and a day off for volunteering
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program - earn insurance discounts or credit towards health-related items

Financial Health Benefits

• 401K Plan with employer matching contributions
• Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses
• Bonus and Recognition programs
• Tuition Assistance
• Consultation with financial planner
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided, and Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available

• Group Discount programs - mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money

Other Benefits

• E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost

NASCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer/veterans/disability/race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin. Must have legal authority to work in the US.

We will not accept applicants that use AI when answering the screening questions. Applicants who use AI to answer any questions or to complete their application will not be considered for employment.