Associate General Counsel

About the Role Optum is a global organization delivering care and technology to support healthier lives. The role is an in‑house counsel position serving the Home & Community Care Solutions business, including naviHealth and Senior Community Care (ISNP), providing legal support to care coordination services for Medicare Advantage members. Primary Responsibilities Provide strategic legal counsel to the supported businesses. Advise on post‑acute utilization management, Medicare marketing, and other regulatory matters. Understand current and emerging regulatory frameworks affecting the business. Interact with federal and state regulators. Build solid relationships with business leaders, matrix partners, and legal colleagues. Identify solutions to complex health‑care regulatory issues. Work both autonomously and collaboratively. Communicate effectively in oral and written forms. Develop best practices to address emerging legal and business risks. Required Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree. 10+ years of health‑care practice experience. Health‑care regulatory experience. Knowledge of state and federal health‑care, insurance, privacy laws. Ability to build and maintain rapport with peers and external contacts. Track record of independent decision‑making on complex legal issues. Preferred Qualifications Experience representing health‑care providers or Medicare Advantage health plans. Benefits The salary range for this role is $150,200 to $288,500 annually, based on full‑time employment. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution. Remote work is permitted from anywhere within the U.S.; employees must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Drug‑Free Workplace All candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr