Legal Counsel (Corporate and Technology)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts · Boston, MA
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Boston, MA
Job highlights
- Draft complex tech vendor agreements.
- Support corporate functions legally.
- Advise on AI and data privacy.
- Ensure regulatory compliance.
- Manage diverse legal workload.
About the role
About the Role
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Position Summary
The Counsel position provides transactional, regulatory, and other corporate legal services in support of corporate functions and business initiatives at Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts.
Key Accountabilities
- Supports the BCBSMA business areas, including Enterprise Technology (ET), by drafting and negotiating a wide variety of complex vendor arrangements, such as IT infrastructure agreements, license agreements, SaaS agreements, Cloud agreements, consulting agreements, and service agreements.
- Provides legal support to BCBSMA corporate functions, including investment due diligence, banking agreements, and corporate governance, with opportunity for expanded responsibility over time.
- Draft and negotiate confidentiality agreements, non-disclosure agreements, data use agreements.
- Draft and negotiate agreements for services using Protected Health Information and/or Personally Identifiable Information; advise on the procurement and deployment of Artificial Intelligence tools, including AI vendor risk assessment, responsible AI governance, algorithmic bias and transparency considerations, and compliance with emerging federal and state AI regulations.
- Provides legal review of internal and external communications in support of various business areas.
- Supports the company in its efforts to focus on business needs and regulatory compliance, including HIPAA, state health data privacy laws, and applicable data breach notification requirements.
- Helps the company achieve business goals in a complex regulatory environment. Identifies, analyzes, and provides advice with respect to potential legal issues and risks.
- Manages a large and diverse workload in order to meet business demands at an appropriate level of detail consistent with internal and external deadlines.
- Supports key Law Department initiatives, including the advancement and adoption of AI tools and the implementation of other legal operations tools and process changes.
Qualifications
Education/Relevant Experience:
- JD degree from ABA-accredited law school.
- Active member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar.
- 3-5 years of relevant technology and/or corporate law experience law in an in-house legal department.
Core Qualifications (Must-Haves)
- Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex technology and commercial agreements (e.g., SaaS, software licensing, IT infrastructure, professional services).
- Solid understanding of corporate law principles.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal issues to a non-legal audience.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent business acumen and judgment, including ability to place legal risk in proper business context.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Skill to solve problems independently accompanied by willingness to work as a team member.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)
- Familiarity with laws and regulations related to AI, including emerging AI governance frameworks.
- A strong interest in developing expertise in privacy and data protection laws (e.g., HIPAA, MA Identity Theft Law).
- A passion for technology and its application in the legal profession.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with leaders and associates in key business areas.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively influence and build trust with peers, managers, and business unit leaders.
- Experience managing or coordinating with outside counsel a plus.
Minimum Education Requirements
High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above.
Location
Boston, Hingham
Time Type
Full time
Salary Range
$122,940.00 - $150,260.00
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.
Why Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA?
We understand that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can prevent amazing candidates coming our way, so please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you. You might be just what we need for this role or possibly another one at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. We encourage you to bring us your true colors, your perspectives, and your experiences. It’s in our differences that we will remain relentless in our pursuit to transform healthcare for ALL.
As an employer, we are committed to investing in your development and providing the necessary resources to enable your success. Learn how we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace that promotes excellence and provides opportunities for employees to forge their unique career path by visiting our Company Culture page. If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. You can also join our Talent Community to stay “in the know” on all things Blue.
At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, we believe in wellness and that work/life balance is a key part of associate wellbeing. For more information on how we work and support that work/life balance visit our "How We Work" Page.
Key skills/competency
- Legal Counsel
- Corporate Law
- Technology Law
- Contract Negotiation
- SaaS Agreements
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Privacy
- Artificial Intelligence Law
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment
Skills & topics
- Legal Counsel
- Corporate Law
- Technology Law
- Contract Negotiation
- SaaS Agreements
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Privacy
- Artificial Intelligence Law
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- JD Degree
- Massachusetts Bar
- In-house Counsel
- Commercial Agreements
- IT Infrastructure
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight technology and corporate law experience, negotiation skills, and AI/privacy knowledge.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal audiences and your proactive approach.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with SaaS, IT infrastructure, and AI regulations.
- Showcase business acumen: Demonstrate how you can place legal risks in the proper business context.
- Research the company: Understand Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' mission and commitment to transforming healthcare.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific types of technology agreements will a Legal Counsel handle at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts?
- As a Legal Counsel at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, you will draft and negotiate a wide variety of complex vendor arrangements. This includes IT infrastructure agreements, license agreements, SaaS agreements, Cloud agreements, consulting agreements, and other service agreements.
- What are the core legal responsibilities for the Corporate and Technology Legal Counsel role at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts?
- The core responsibilities include providing transactional, regulatory, and corporate legal services. This involves supporting business areas like Enterprise Technology, handling corporate functions like investment due diligence, and advising on AI procurement and compliance with laws such as HIPAA.
- Is experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulations a requirement for this Legal Counsel position?
- While not a strict requirement, familiarity with laws and regulations related to AI, including emerging AI governance frameworks, is a preferred qualification. The role involves advising on AI tool procurement, vendor risk assessment, and responsible AI governance.
- What is the expected level of experience for a Legal Counsel at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts?
- The position requires 3-5 years of relevant technology and/or corporate law experience, ideally gained in an in-house legal department. A JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in the Massachusetts Bar are also mandatory.
- How does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts support employee development and work-life balance for its Legal Counsel?
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is committed to investing in employee development and providing resources for success. They emphasize creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace and believe in wellness and work-life balance as key components of associate wellbeing.
- What role does regulatory compliance play in the Legal Counsel position at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts?
- Regulatory compliance is a critical aspect of the role. You will support the company's focus on business needs and regulatory compliance, including adherence to HIPAA, state health data privacy laws, and applicable data breach notification requirements.
- What kind of communication skills are essential for this Legal Counsel role?