Anticipated End Date:
2026-07-11Position Title:
Legal Specialist SeniorJob Description:
Legal Specialist Senior
Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law
The Legal specialist Senior is responsible for providing legal support for provider contract negotiations in multiple states for our affiliated health plans and/or behavioral health management company across all lines of business (commercial, Medicaid and Medicare Advantage) as well as legal support for enterprise-wide or complex projects which utilize a recognized area of specialization and knowledge specific to the company.
How you will make an impact:
- Review, analyze, and research to support the negotiations for provider contracting, under the supervision of an attorney.
- Draft contract templates and amendments and alternate language to provider agreements as needed.
- Responsible for filing of provider contract templates with state regulators.
- Serves as a seasoned resource and may lead and/or coach other support staff.
- Prepares and evaluates legal documentation to resolve problems, close transactions, and/or maintain good corporate governance.
- Conducts legal research and analysis and recommends appropriate course of action and next steps.
- Performs fact checking, gathers documents, researches and responds to subpoenas, record requests, and various inquiries from internal and external sources.
- Monitors state and federal legislation affecting the corporation and develops and/or implements recommendations relative to changes in regulations and laws.
- Applies business knowledge and technical expertise to optimize solutions and improve practices.
- Participates in projects and may participate in negotiations and strategizing with business and staff.
- Enters information into appropriate databases or other document management systems.
Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent and a Paralegal Certification or an AA/AS/BA/BS in a related field and a minimum of 10 years of legal or related experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
- Provider Contracting experience preferred.
- Experience in managed care or healthcare industry preferred.
- A law degree is desirable but not required.
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $41.89/hr.- $62.83/hr.
Location(s): Virginia
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company.The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.
* The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits 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.
Job Level:
Non-Management Non-ExemptWorkshift:
Job Family:
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Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
NOTE: Workday keeps job postings active through 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed end date. Example: If the end date is 3/13, the posting will automatically come down on 3/12 at 11:59:59 PM. In other words — the job is posted until 3/13, not through 3/13.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent and Paralegal Certification OR AA/AS/BA/BS in a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of legal or related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Ability to work in-office at least one day per week and reside within reasonable commuting distance
- Provider contracting experience
- Experience in managed care or the healthcare industry
- Law degree
Elevance Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Elevance Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Elevance Health.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses are often described as “awesome,” and incentive programs are positioned as a meaningful contributor to total rewards beyond base pay. Regular bonus and raise cycles are also associated with sustained earnings increases over multiple years in some roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused benefits are broad, including paid parental leave, a parental transition week, and critical caregiving leave. Adoption and surrogacy assistance and a Dependent Care FSA with employer matching further strengthen support for caregiving responsibilities.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is part of the core package and is consistently cited as a foundational financial benefit. Stock purchase access is also included as an additional long-term savings and ownership option.
Elevance Health Insights
What We Do
Fueled by our bold purpose to improve the health of humanity, we are transforming from a traditional health benefits organization into a lifetime trusted health partner. Our nearly 100,000 associates serve more than 118 million people, at every stage of health. We address a full range of needs with an integrated whole health approach, powered by industry-leading capabilities and a digital platform for health. We believe that improving health for everyone is possible. It begins by redefining health, reimagining the health system, and strengthening our communities.








