Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General Counsel About the Company Well-established state government agency IndustryGovernment Administration TypeGovernment Agency Founded1789 Employees10,001+ Funding$1-$5 million Categories Colleges & UniversitiesEducationNorth Carolina State UniversityB2GGovernmentGovernment SupportGovernment RelationsB2B Marketing & ServicesConsulting & Professional Services Specialties state government About the Role The Company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support across all business areas of the Division of Health Benefits. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth legal research and analysis related to Medicaid operations, drafting and reviewing contracts to ensure legal compliance, and supporting procurement processes. This role also involves assisting with contract compliance, coordinating litigation, and developing legal strategies to advance Medicaid program initiatives. The Assistant General Counsel will work closely with leadership to address complex legal issues and ensure the division's interests are protected within a highly regulated environment. Applicants for the Assistant General Counsel position at the company should be licensed to practice law and have a minimum of three years' of professional legal experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in interpreting and applying federal and state laws, particularly those affecting Medicaid and public health care programs. Expertise in contract law, including the ability to draft, review, and negotiate detailed agreements, is essential. Experience in guiding legal considerations for data-sharing agreements and public records requests within regulated frameworks is also required. The role demands a professional with the ability to present clear and well-supported legal conclusions, both in writing and orally, and who can collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop legal solutions that align with program initiatives and operational goals. Hiring Manager TitleChief Legal Officer Functions Legal