General Counsel And Chief Compliance Officer

About the Role

If you are a business-oriented, self-motivated, attorney who wants to be part of a dedicated, talented and fast growing Company, we want to hear from you! This key role will work closely with business partners across the organization to provide practical and sound legal advice on a broad range of matters. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience with complex contract negotiations and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. This position will report to the COO. The position is IN OFFICE in Charlotte, NC.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of contracts, including Insurance Carriers, agents and strategic Partners.
• Investigate, handle and enforce all Compliance Matters dictated by our Insurance carrier partners and the Centers for Medicare Services.
• Educate and Counsel Staff at all levels of the organization.
• Drive best practices by maintaining and updating legal templates and playbooks and implementing improved contract management processes and tools.
• Partner with and manage relationship with External legal Counsel when necessary
• Manage Compliance Director and supporting team to ensure Company Compliance standards are met and enforced.
• Liaison with Insurance Carrier Executives and Legal staff on Contracting and Compliance Matters

The Skills You’ll Bring:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience. Insurance Industry Experience is a Plus
• Degree from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record.
• Member in good standing of state bar.
• Strength in delivering practical, actionable advice to overcome challenges.
• Ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors and customers.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate legal considerations to non-lawyers.
• Professional maturity to take ownership of various assignments with limited supervision.
• Ability to influence and provide effective advice at all organizational levels.
• Working knowledge of HIPPA, data privacy and security issues.
• Detail-oriented, organized, efficient and resourceful with strong follow-through skills.
• Friendly, not easily riled or offended and generally a kind and decent person.

Compensation

• Targeted annual compensation for this Position is $234,000 which includes a $156,000 base salary and an annual projected profit-sharing bonus of $78,000.

Benefits

• MESSER offers a competitive benefits package including health and life insurance, dental, vision, critical illness, short-term disability, long-term disability, and other ancillary insurance products, as well as a 401(k) plan with a 8% weekly employer contribution. Our contribution to the 401(k) plan is made regardless of the employee’s contribution to the plan. MESSER also offers 35 PTO days a year which include 13 holidays, 17 personal days, and 5 sick days. We are a professional casual office and pet friendly. Our office is Smoke free and no smoking on premise is allowed.

Messer values and appreciates everyone on our team and we know they are the greatest asset we have. We are very committed to our team, promoting from within and helping our staff to meet their professional and financial goals. If you would like to work for a Company who values you as person and is truly committed to your success then I would ask you to give us an opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $156,000.00 - $234,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC 28227: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person