Senior Counsel

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The Senior Counsel advises on complex, cross-functional matters. In this position, you must have the ability to perform sophisticated legal analysis and clearly communicate with business partners and other stakeholders. This includes providing guidance on how to move forward with new programs and initiatives.
This position will focus on supporting Humana's senior-focused primary care operations (CenterWell Senior Primary Care). CenterWell Senior Primary Care focuses on bringing quality, affordable, personalized care in more than a dozen states.

The Senior Counsel advises executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job responsibilities and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision, Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action. The Senior Counsel advises on complex, cross-functional matters and can perform sophisticated legal analysis and clearly communicate with business partners and other stakeholders, including providing guidance on how to move forward. The Senior Counsel is responsible for managing end-to-end work with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

You will focus on supporting Humana's senior-focused primary care operations.

• Advise on, draft and negotiate value-based arrangements including payer, specialist, vendor and hybrid arrangements
• Collaborate with clinical areas on affiliation agreements and similar arrangements within a clinic environment
• Assist with new contract arrangements as a result of acquisitions, pilot programs, and other miscellaneous clinical programs
• Collaborate and consult with leaders throughout the company to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and protection against external risk

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from a ABA accredited school law school
• 5+ years of legal experience in the health care industry, including direct experience counseling health care providers
• Contract drafting and negotiation experience, with a focus on value-based contracting
• Active membership in a state bar association
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and in team settings
• Ability to work in a complex organization with clients at all levels of the company, including senior leadership
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.


Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$168,000 - $231,000 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 08-08-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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