Senior Counsel

Become a part of our caring community The Senior Counsel provides a full range of legal advice and services. The Senior Counsel works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial. Humana is seeking a highly motivated Senior Counsel to join our Law Department. The successful candidate will provide legal support and guidance on matters related to counseling, including artificial intelligence (AI). You will also support the department’s adoption of legal technology and AI. Additionally, you will establish best practices for responsible AI use by the Law department and its outside counsel. Furthermore, they will provide legal support and guidance on e-Discovery, records management, vendor diligence, and external reviews. You will support enterprise‑wide AI initiatives by assisting in the development, governance, and implementation of safe and responsible AI systems. Key responsibilities for this role include: Support legal reviews related to the development and deployment of AI products and systems. Provide analysis and advice on AI regulations and standards. Collaborate and consult with leaders throughout the company to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and protection against AI risk. Collaborates with AI product developers, engineers, data scientists, various business and legal teams and advise on applicable laws and ways to manage risk. Help draft AI guidance, playbooks and governance materials. Provide legal advice on responsible use of AI within the Law Department, including confidentiality, privilege, accuracy verification and human oversight. Provide legal advice on standards, guidelines and contract terms governing AI use by outside counsel and legal service providers. Is a strategic partner and trusted advisor on legal and non-legal issues. Optimally communicate with and influences business clients at all levels of the organization, including senior management. Establish proactive and trustworthy relationships with clients and other members of the Law department. Work independently and efficiently under time pressures and deadlines in a dynamic, demanding environment. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in applicable jurisdiction. Active good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. At least 7+ relevant years of legal experience in law firm and/or in-house counsel roles. At least 3 years experience working within AI/ML, Gen AI, and agentic systems. Knowledge of federal and states AI regulatory compliance obligations, consumer protection, algorithmic bias/discrimination, antitrust, employment, intellectual property, data, and privacy. Proven ability to identify risks and to comfortably make smart-risk recommendations while balancing reward and business imperatives. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: Background in technology, legal technology solutions architecture or consulting including developing technical processes and solutions for electronically stored information. Experience advising on policies, standards and technical controls for discovery, information governance and AI. 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. $184,800 - $254,100 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. 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 atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. 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