Legal Counsel

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.