Job Summary

Priority Health is seeking a Senior Vice President, General Counsel for one of the most effective, community focused nonprofit health plans in the United States.  Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, Corewell Health, and the President, Priority Health, this role will be responsible for legal affairs of Priority Health and will lead a team of accomplished legal professionals to provide solution-oriented legal services to meet the needs of Priority Health.  The SVP, General Counsel will be a key member of the senior leadership team of Priority Health, providing legal, strategic and business advice to the President of Priority Health and other leaders within the organization, employing a systems thinking lens recognizing that Priority Health is part of an integrated health system comprised of hospitals, physicians and other care delivery functions. 

The SVP, General Counsel will provide expert counsel across the enterprise on multiple subject matters of expertise, including, but not limited to compliance, health insurance and HMO laws/regulations, Medicare, Medicaid, Affordable Care Act, ethics, contracting, medical policies, strategic transactions, tax and finance, and litigation, as well as legislative and regulatory developments that could impact the organization and the members it serves. The SVP, General Counsel will be responsible for legal advice and projects as well as the supervision of legal services provided by in-house and outside counsel for Priority Health.  This role will also play a critical role in the strategic engagement in business relationships, including complex transactions such as joint ventures and acquisitions, providing legal counsel, guidance, and representation to Priority Health, its management and governing bodies on legal and compliance issues. 

Key responsibilities for the SVP, General Counsel will also include accountability for health plan litigation, state filings, ERISA and other employer contracts.  This role serves as corporate secretary and partners with the CEO and board leadership to drive board governance best practices and is responsible for leadership and facilitation of Priority Health enterprise risk management assessments and reporting processes.

Key Role Functions and Responsibilities

Provides legal review and/or advice to leadership on issues as requested; participates in the development of policies and procedures.  Ensures consistency of legal advice, contract terms and legal work product

Advises Priority Health and System leadership on strategic transactions and initiatives, with emphasis on strategic relationships and other strategic partnerships/collaborations.

Represents and advises Priority Health in complex transactions, including joint ventures and acquisitions.

Oversees legal resources who facilitate contract legal reviews, negotiation and advice, and for material transactions, may personally perform such services.  Prepares and interprets corporate documents. Ensures that vendor contract terms meet unique needs of and protect interests of Priority Health.

Responsible for leadership and facilitation of Priority Health enterprise risk management assessments and reporting processes.

Serves as a member of the Corewell Health legal department leadership team and contributes to the effectiveness of and collaboration within the Corewell Health legal department more broadly.  May be assigned responsibility for a legal subject matter and/or function systemwide.

Oversees and directs outside legal counsel in performance of legal matters on behalf of a Priority Health.  Engages in efforts to continuously improve the provision of exceptional client experiences to all Priority Health clients, whether by inside or outside counsel.

Advises and provides assistance to senior management and governing boards with regard to corporate governance and legal issues, including but not limited to corporate secretary duties as requested.

Oversees team of legal specialists responsible for preparation and maintenance of health plan documents filed with state and federal agencies.

Candidate Qualifications

Seven years of relevant leadership experience required

Seven years of relevant health plan legal department experience (strongly preferred)

Executive leadership experience with a proven track record of M&A structuring/ Due Diligence, Enterprise Risk Management, and Board Governance

A strategic thinker and business advisor who demonstrates a practical & solution-oriented ideas and expertise as a compliance partner

Strong communication, relationship building and collaboration skills

Credentials

Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school

State Bar of Michigan licensure (in-house admission available in Michigan)

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Priority Health - 1231 E Beltline - Grand Rapids

Department Name

PH - Legal Services

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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