Legal Counsel

Medical Transportation Management

Saint Louis, MO

Expired: 29 days ago Applications are no longer accepted.

Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

What Will Your Job Look Like?

The Legal Counsel position is responsible for providing legal support and services to MTM and affiliate companies as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer. MTM leverages its core competencies in managing customer service operations and building provider networks. MTM’s clients largely include state and county governments, Medicaid, and Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), transit agencies, third party administrators, and healthcare providers. The Legal Counsel will provide strategic guidance, consultation, and solutions-oriented support to senior leadership and other internal team members on a comprehensive range of legal and associated issues.

What You’ll Do:

Responsible for managing litigation, claims and matters involving liability insurance (Auto Liability, General Liability, Workers Compensation, Excess Umbrella Liability) and other Risk Management matters as assigned by Chief Legal Officer
Provide oversight and manage outside counsel
Research and analyze applicable state and federal statutes & regulations applicable to MTM’s business lines
Manage responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, subpoenas, and other records requests from third parties seeking MTM confidential documents
Provide advice on contract interpretation, rights & obligations pertaining to matters of potential litigation
Conduct legal research and analysis on matters including internal policies and procedures
Coordinate with MTM business owners to establish and implement best practices, policies, procedures across company to promote compliance with applicable laws and contractual obligations
Identify business and legal risks and provide solutions which balance legal issues and business objectives
Advise company leadership and managers regarding litigation risks, litigation strategy and direction of settlement negotiations

What You’ll need:

Must possess a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing with a state bar
A minimum of 5-10 years of corporate/business law experience, preferably through a combination of law firm defense practice and in house counsel experience
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel Access, and PowerPoint

Even better if you have...

Prior healthcare, transportation, and/or logistics industry experience is strongly desired
Must possess the ability to handle an array of confidential matters and maintain the highest level of confidentiality
Customer service orientation and project management skills
A high level of initiative is essential
Excellent strategic and organizational skills
Must excel in an entrepreneurial environment
Ability to advise on a range of legal and regulatory issues
Exemplary communication skills
Ability to quickly assimilate complex information and assess the “big picture”
Ability to make mature judgment calls
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What’s in it for you:

Health and Life Insurance Plans
Dental and Vision Plans
401(k) with a company match
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Casual Dress Environment
Tuition Reimbursement
MTM Perks Discount Program
Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.

Company Description

Access to the grocery store, employment, medical care, and other community services are vital components of a healthy, productive life.
As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations.

In 2009, MTM’s leadership created MTM Transit, to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. From utilizing mobility management tools like assessments and travel training to promote public transit ridership, to fully managing the operation of fixed route and paratransit services, to overseeing quality assurance for multi-vendor transit systems, MTM Transit can help solve even your toughest transit challenges. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources.

Over the past 12 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management. We’ve also enhanced our service offerings, growing with our clients to offer innovative services like on-demand microtransit systems.

Why Work Here?

MTM Transit jobs offer more than just a paycheck. Our Total Rewards program is all encompassing and competitive.

Access to the grocery store, employment, medical care, and other community services are vital components of a healthy, productive life. As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations. In 2009, MTM’s leadership created MTM Transit, to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. From utilizing mobility management tools like assessments and travel training to promote public transit ridership, to fully managing the operation of fixed route and paratransit services, to overseeing quality assurance for multi-vendor transit systems, MTM Transit can help solve even your toughest transit challenges. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources. Over the past 12 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management. We’ve also enhanced our service offerings, growing with our clients to offer innovative services like on-demand microtransit systems.