Wis Phys Svc Ins Corp
Associate General Counsel
Wis Phys Svc Ins Corp, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Who We Are
WPS Health Solutions is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS Health Solutions has been making health care easier for the people we serve for more than 75 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Culture Drives Our Success
WPS’ Culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled, and rewarded. We accomplish this by creating an inclusive and empowering employee experience. We recognize the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as an investment in our workforce—both current and future—to effectively seek, leverage, and include diverse perspectives that fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. This results in people bringing their authentic selves to work every day in an organization that successfully adapts to business changes and new opportunities.
Role Snapshot
Are you an attorney that enjoys problem solving, influencing workplace culture, and helping employees reach their potential? Do you have experience advising clients on labor, employment, employee benefits or litigation matters? Are you ready to make a move to a job that allows you the freedom to work independently (but also access the resources you need to feel confident that you are providing the best advice to your clients)? Have you ever wished you could be part of a collaborative in-house legal team that works hard to solve complex issues and also truly cares about you as a professional and a person? Then this may be the right fit for you!
This position provides legal advice, information, and risk management strategies to WPS’ People Team and other business units on a wide range of employment and employee benefits issues affecting the corporation and its subsidiaries. This role works with the People Team and other executives and provides oversight and leadership to other Legal staff on projects and serves as lead legal counsel on various enterprise projects. In addition, this Associate General Counsel position will:
Provide guidance to executives on a wide range of legal issues, including employment, labor, and litigation issues.
Advise on legal issues impacting WPS’ employee benefit programs.
Consult regarding potential litigation matters and manage litigation cases along with related insurance coverage issues.
Draft agreements and review internal policies and procedures.
Work closely with members of the WPS People Team:
Advise senior management and other internal stakeholders of the corporation and its subsidiaries on various legal and compliance issues by utilizing legal expertise to assess risk and to provide effective and appropriate recommendations regarding such risks.
Perform legal research and analysis on various legal issues affecting the corporation and its subsidiaries.
Complete special projects and/or provide guidance on other corporate projects and initiatives as needed, including new business ventures and strategies.
How do I know this opportunity is right for me? If you:
Are looking for a senior level attorney position in a corporate in-house environment with talented legal colleagues.
Excel at working in a fast-paced environment.
Love a dynamic industry that is consistently changing and evolving.
What will I gain from this role?
Working with a small, collaborative and experienced legal team to solve complex and challenging issues.
Using and expanding your employment and employee benefit expertise along with litigation management experience.
Working in a hybrid capacity in or near Madison, WI (note: remote work arrangements will be considered).
Experience working in an environment that serves our Nation’s military, veterans, Guard and Reserves and Medicare beneficiaries.
Working in a continuous performance feedback environment.
Your Team:
You will report directly to the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel and work with a collaborative team of talented attorneys. Currently, the legal team is comprised of 6 members.
Minimum Qualifications
Law degree from an accredited law school.
Must be admitted, active, and in good standing with the State Bar of Wisconsin (or with another state bar and registered, or eligible to register, as in-house counsel with the State Bar of Wisconsin).
Flexibility to travel and attend in-person meetings with other management and legal personnel.
5 or more years as an attorney practicing in a law firm and/or corporate law department.
Preferred Qualifications
Litigation or litigation management experience.
ERISA consulting or claims experience.
Insurance coverage experience.
Federal government contracting experience.
Salary Range
$140,000-$210,000 annually
The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
Work Location
This role is open to remote work in the following approved states with the understanding that there will be quarterly travel requirements into our Madison, WI corporate location:Wisconsin and Illinois
Remote Worker Requirements
For remote position, employee is required to meet remote worker requirements, including a designated work station, a wired (Ethernet) connection to the network, and a minimum of 10Mbps downstream connection with at least 1Mbps upstream.
Benefits
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with
dollar-per-dollar match up to 6% of salary
(100% vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start
DAY 1 .
Employee Resource Groups.
Professional and Leadership Development Programs.
Review additional benefits here.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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WPS Health Solutions is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS Health Solutions has been making health care easier for the people we serve for more than 75 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Culture Drives Our Success
WPS’ Culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled, and rewarded. We accomplish this by creating an inclusive and empowering employee experience. We recognize the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as an investment in our workforce—both current and future—to effectively seek, leverage, and include diverse perspectives that fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. This results in people bringing their authentic selves to work every day in an organization that successfully adapts to business changes and new opportunities.
Role Snapshot
Are you an attorney that enjoys problem solving, influencing workplace culture, and helping employees reach their potential? Do you have experience advising clients on labor, employment, employee benefits or litigation matters? Are you ready to make a move to a job that allows you the freedom to work independently (but also access the resources you need to feel confident that you are providing the best advice to your clients)? Have you ever wished you could be part of a collaborative in-house legal team that works hard to solve complex issues and also truly cares about you as a professional and a person? Then this may be the right fit for you!
This position provides legal advice, information, and risk management strategies to WPS’ People Team and other business units on a wide range of employment and employee benefits issues affecting the corporation and its subsidiaries. This role works with the People Team and other executives and provides oversight and leadership to other Legal staff on projects and serves as lead legal counsel on various enterprise projects. In addition, this Associate General Counsel position will:
Provide guidance to executives on a wide range of legal issues, including employment, labor, and litigation issues.
Advise on legal issues impacting WPS’ employee benefit programs.
Consult regarding potential litigation matters and manage litigation cases along with related insurance coverage issues.
Draft agreements and review internal policies and procedures.
Work closely with members of the WPS People Team:
Advise senior management and other internal stakeholders of the corporation and its subsidiaries on various legal and compliance issues by utilizing legal expertise to assess risk and to provide effective and appropriate recommendations regarding such risks.
Perform legal research and analysis on various legal issues affecting the corporation and its subsidiaries.
Complete special projects and/or provide guidance on other corporate projects and initiatives as needed, including new business ventures and strategies.
How do I know this opportunity is right for me? If you:
Are looking for a senior level attorney position in a corporate in-house environment with talented legal colleagues.
Excel at working in a fast-paced environment.
Love a dynamic industry that is consistently changing and evolving.
What will I gain from this role?
Working with a small, collaborative and experienced legal team to solve complex and challenging issues.
Using and expanding your employment and employee benefit expertise along with litigation management experience.
Working in a hybrid capacity in or near Madison, WI (note: remote work arrangements will be considered).
Experience working in an environment that serves our Nation’s military, veterans, Guard and Reserves and Medicare beneficiaries.
Working in a continuous performance feedback environment.
Your Team:
You will report directly to the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel and work with a collaborative team of talented attorneys. Currently, the legal team is comprised of 6 members.
Minimum Qualifications
Law degree from an accredited law school.
Must be admitted, active, and in good standing with the State Bar of Wisconsin (or with another state bar and registered, or eligible to register, as in-house counsel with the State Bar of Wisconsin).
Flexibility to travel and attend in-person meetings with other management and legal personnel.
5 or more years as an attorney practicing in a law firm and/or corporate law department.
Preferred Qualifications
Litigation or litigation management experience.
ERISA consulting or claims experience.
Insurance coverage experience.
Federal government contracting experience.
Salary Range
$140,000-$210,000 annually
The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
Work Location
This role is open to remote work in the following approved states with the understanding that there will be quarterly travel requirements into our Madison, WI corporate location:Wisconsin and Illinois
Remote Worker Requirements
For remote position, employee is required to meet remote worker requirements, including a designated work station, a wired (Ethernet) connection to the network, and a minimum of 10Mbps downstream connection with at least 1Mbps upstream.
Benefits
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with
dollar-per-dollar match up to 6% of salary
(100% vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start
DAY 1 .
Employee Resource Groups.
Professional and Leadership Development Programs.
Review additional benefits here.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
#J-18808-Ljbffr