Remote Antitrust Counsel Jobs (NOW HIRING)

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.   

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Interacting with enterprise senior leaders and/or outside counsel on complex issues
• Developing, translating, and executing legal strategies for the enterprise
• Act as internal antitrust counsel across the enterprise to navigate competition issues created by organic growth and acquisitions under national and international laws and regulations
• Provide antitrust guidance on (1) litigation, M&A, procurement, licensing agreements and similar transactions, including strategic planning, deal structure and diligence, (2) employment matters and (3) and data ownership, use, release and governance 
• Consult and advise legal and business colleagues on other business initiatives that may raise antitrust or anti-competitive risks 
• Assist in responding to governmental and other third party subpoenas/inquiries 
• Advise on potential conflicts of interest, including mitigation and remediation
• Develop and conduct antitrust training in coordination with compliance        

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Licensed to practice in any U.S. Jurisdiction
• 8 years of relevant antitrust experience
• History working on healthcare antitrust issues, including those involving health plans and care delivery organizations/PBMs/pharmacies
• Deep knowledge of US Competition laws including counseling, litigations, government investigations, and merger reviews

Preferred Qualifications:

• Government work experience
• Experience working on issues involving vertically integrated healthcare organizations
• Familiarity with international competition laws and knowledge of compliance and ethics framework for global corporations in connection with competition law issues and programs

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $159,300 - $273,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.   

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and 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. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.