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Remote Legal Operations Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Legal Counsel

Tennessee, IL · Remote

$167K - $222K/yr

Trade Relations, Client Relations, Operations and Invoicing, Pharmacy Supply Chain, IT, Analytics ... S. jurisdiction. #LI-Remote $167,900.00 - $222,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we, in ...

Legal Counsel

Virginia, IL · Remote

$167K - $222K/yr

Trade Relations, Client Relations, Operations and Invoicing, Pharmacy Supply Chain, IT, Analytics ... S. jurisdiction. #LI-Remote $167,900.00 - $222,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we, in ...

Legal Counsel

Ohio, IL · Remote

$167K - $222K/yr

Trade Relations, Client Relations, Operations and Invoicing, Pharmacy Supply Chain, IT, Analytics ... S. jurisdiction. #LI-Remote $167,900.00 - $222,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we, in ...

... flexible remote or hybrid The Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal supports Aptar's global ... Exposure to business administration or legal operations processes * Background or familiarity with ...

... flexible remote or hybrid The Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal supports Aptar's global ... Exposure to business administration or legal operations processes * Background or familiarity with ...

In-office/Remote Work Location: Chicago, New York, San Francisco Work Hours: Office hours Find out ... Legal & Contract Coordination: Support the review, organization, and tracking of contracts ...

Construction Manager

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $110K/yr

Remote Reports to: Director of Design & Construction GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Construction Manager ... legal, operations, training, marketing, finance, supply chain) for status updates on all sites in ...

Construction Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$95K - $110K/yr

Remote Reports to: Director of Design & Construction GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Construction Manager ... legal, operations, training, marketing, finance, supply chain) for status updates on all sites in ...

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How much do remote legal operations jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote legal operations in Illinois is $81,538.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $99,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does remote legal operations do?

As a Remote Legal Operations professional, your daily tasks often include managing legal projects, optimizing workflows, overseeing contract or document review processes, and coordinating with internal legal and business teams. You may also be responsible for monitoring legal spend, implementing best practices for compliance, and reporting on key metrics using specialized software. Effective collaboration and communication through virtual platforms are crucial, as you’ll frequently interact with colleagues and vendors in different locations. This role requires balancing multiple priorities while streamlining operations for a more efficient legal department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote legal operations?

To thrive as a Remote Legal Operations professional, you should have a solid understanding of legal processes, project management, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in law, business, or a related field. Familiarity with legal tech platforms such as contract management systems, e-billing software, and workflow automation tools is highly valuable and sometimes required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving help you excel in a remote and collaborative environment. These capabilities ensure seamless legal service delivery, process improvement, and effective support for legal teams dispersed across multiple locations.

What is remote legal operations?

A Remote Legal Operations job involves managing the processes, technology, and resources that support a legal department or law firm, all while working remotely. Responsibilities may include contract management, legal tech implementation, budgeting, compliance tracking, and workflow optimization. This role helps improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure legal teams run smoothly. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are essential. Many professionals in this field have backgrounds in law, business, or operations.

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Infographic showing various Remote Legal Operations job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, and 86% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $81,538 per year, or $39.2 per hour.

Legal Counsel

Bcbsa

Tennessee, IL • Remote

$167K - $222K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Description Summary
The Legal Counsel serves as a trusted legal advisor to the company's business and operational teams, providing advice on commercial contracting, healthcare regulatory compliance, privacy matters, and legal risk management. This position is responsible for drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts (including pharmaceutical rebate contracts and pharmacy participation agreements), supporting the compliance and privacy programs, obtaining and maintaining state and federal licenses, and partnering with cross-functional teams to develop pragmatic solutions that advance the company's business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Job Description

Drafts, reviews, negotiates, advises business stakeholders on, and administers a broad range of commercial agreements, including pharmaceutical manufacturer rebate agreements, value-based arrangements, technology agreements, NDAs, DUAs, consulting agreements, and vendor contracts. Assists in the development and enhancement of contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation standards.
Provides support and assistance to more experienced attorneys.
Provides legal advice and strategic counsel to business stakeholders; produces routine legal work product, including drafting and negotiating contracts, procuring and maintaining licenses, etc. Assesses legal risks for day-to-day company legal, regulatory, and compliance matters under supervision and direction. Monitors legislative and regulatory activity and advises the business on the interpretation, application, and implementation of new requirements across the healthcare legal and regulatory landscape. Assists with dispute resolution, audits, risk assessments, corporate trainings, investigations, and responses to regulatory inquiries. Assigned internal clients may include one or more of the following: Trade Relations, Client Relations, Operations and Invoicing, Pharmacy Supply Chain, IT, Analytics, Compliance, Licensing, and Finance.
Builds professional experience and learns the practical aspects of applied law, as well as the functions of the business.


Qualifications:
Education

  • Required JD from accredited law school

Experience

  • Required 7+ Years related experience in a law firm, health plan, pharmacy benefit manager, group purchasing organization, pharmaceutical manufacturer, or related health care organization. Direct experience supporting pharmacy or medical rebate contracting and health care compliance and/or privacy programs preferred.


Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Advanced written and oral communication skills
  • Advanced organizational and project management skills, including follow through skills
  • Advanced legal research, analysis and drafting
  • Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Broad healthcare contracting experience, including pharmaceutical rebate contracting
  • Advanced knowledge of healthcare insurance industry, including state and federal regulatory environment, group purchasing organization and/or pharmacy benefit manager operations, etc.
  • Familiarity with government healthcare programs, privacy laws, and industry-standard healthcare compliance rubrics


Certifications & Licenses

  • Required: Licensed Attorney (varies by state) - Various Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

#LI-Remote

$167,900.00 - $222,400.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate's position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.