Associate General Counsel

Skip to main contentWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible. DeclineAccept CookiesZelis CareersSign InAssociate General Counsel page is loadedAssociate General CounselApplylocationsUS NJ MorristownUS TX PlanoUS MA BostonUS FL St. PetersburgUS MO St. Louis (Corp)View All 6 Locationstime typeFull timeposted onPosted 2 Days Agojob requisition idJR111354At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it!   A Little About Us Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.At Zelis, AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.  A Little About You You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.Position OverviewThe Associate Counsel, Sales/Commercial Transactions will be part of the Zelis Sales Legal Team and responsible for providing legal support and advice to the Zelis Sales and Client Management team (Zelis Sales). The Counsel will work closely with Zelis Sales and business stakeholders to draft, review, negotiate, and complete agreements with clients, such as health plans, third party administrators, and self-insured plans, and strategic partnerships that Zelis has with other organizations. This role will assist with a wide variety of sales transactional matters spanning a range of regulatory areas, including, but not limited to, federal and state regulation of health insurers, ERISA, and HIPAA privacy and security. The Counsel will report to the Vice President—Managing Counsel, Sales and work closely and collaboratively with fellow Sales Legal Team members and other members of the Zelis Enterprise Legal Organization to provide effective, efficient, and timely legal support and advice to Zelis Sales.What You'll Do:Serves as key lawyer/legal advisor on sales transactions and client management matters for the company.Draft, review, negotiate, and complete a variety of sales contracts, including, but not limited to, Business Associate Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Amendments, Referral Agreements, and Reseller Agreement. Analyze and advise on various contractual matters and issues.Cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders to resolve contractual points, such as compliance, information security, employment, and operations. Collaborate with fellow Sales Legal Team members on process and procedure initiatives, such as contract template management and updates and playbook build out. Advise on, handle, and manage resolution of client management matters.Conduct research and analysis of various legal issues.Work jointly with Sales Legal Team paralegals on projects and transactional matters. Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations, as applicable, for Zelis Sales and the business.Coordinate with Zelis Sales and the business to ensure the company is transacting and conducting its business in compliance with...