Description:

Navigate Complexity. Protect What Matters.
  • Western Health Advantage is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal guidance across a range of areas including regulatory, privacy, employment, and contract matters. In this role, you will partner with internal teams to analyze legal issues, identify practical solutions, and proactively address risk.
  • This is an opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization where your expertise supports ethical decision-making, regulatory compliance, and business strategy.

What You'll Do:
  • Provide legal advice on regulatory, business, employment, privacy, and contract matters
  • Draft, review, and revise contracts, notices, disclosures, and other legal documents
  • Support the development of strategies to identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and interact with outside counsel as needed
  • Represent WHA in regulatory matters and assist with submissions
  • Participate in internal and external committees, meetings, and presentations
  • Ensure alignment with WHA's Privacy and Information Security programs
  • Promote compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in accordance with California State Bar guidelines
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
  • Active membership in the California State Bar
  • 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney in the State of California preferred
  • Experience in managed care, health plans, or healthcare strongly preferred
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams
  • Proficiency with standard business applications