Associate General Counsel, M&A - Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO

Job ID: 100461515024Posted: 2026-09-20Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $134,600 - $230,800/yearJob Area: LegalCompany: UnitedHealth GroupUnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Join our team as Associate General Counsel in the M&A legal group at UnitedHealth Group. This legal team oversees and supports the M&A function, with primary responsibility over acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, key strategic transactions, and transaction-related antitrust, securities, tax, commercial, regulatory and lending legal functions enterprise-wide.Primary Responsibilities:Provide a full range of legal advice and services in areas such as M&A, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, commercial law, contracts law, securities, anti-trust, tax law, regulatory and complianceNegotiate and execute complex M&A transactions and other strategic prioritiesManage internal and external stakeholders and oversee outside advisors in support of transactionsAssess legal risks and work with business and operational teams to mitigate and addressProvide executives across the enterprise with insights and guidance on complex legal issues, both domestic and international, and their commercial implicationsYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications:Juris Doctorate degree with active license to practice law in at least one state3+ years of progressively senior experience in complex transactional legal work1+ years of Mergers & Acquisitions experienceExperience successfully directing staff and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated strategic thinking with experience developing a long-term plan and ensuring its executionProven exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, works well in a team environment, able to work in diverse environments and adhere to highest ethical standardsProven analytical skills and strategic decision-making abilityProven impressive executive presence with the ability to gain credibility, rapport and support from key internal and external stakeholdersProven advanced writing skillsProven advanced influencing skills and ability to display a solid sense of versatility in relating to different levels within the organization and people with varying backgrounds and ideas. Be able to facilitate consensus and directions for changePreferred Qualifications:5+ years of Mergers & Acquisitions experience in a legal capacitySpecific transactional experience in healthcare or insurance fieldsPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $134,600 - $230,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.