Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Delta Dental Ins. is dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of its employees and their families. The Senior Legal Analyst supports the Legal Department by assisting attorneys with complex legal matters related to insurance and healthcare, including legal research and contract review.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support, analysis, and insight to attorneys with limited guidance, escalating issues as appropriate
- Manage time-sensitive projects such as legal research, contract review, and legislative monitoring, demonstrating independent ownership and client-focused delivery
- Serve as liaison to outside counsel, coordinating documents, communications, and knowledge-sharing
- Research statutes, regulations, and case law to identify requirements and issues; summarize findings with actionable recommendations for attorneys and business partners
- Manage key Legal Department processes, including RFPs, contract review, client guidance (under attorney supervision), and internal knowledge management/education initiatives
- Develop and oversee document production, tracking, and review systems for complex contracts requiring cross-functional coordination
- Recommend and implement process improvements and best practices in case management, document production, and review
- Independently manage routine legal tasks and provide regular status updates to attorneys and other stakeholders
- Act as the initial point of escalation for significant issues raised by legal staff
Skills
- Bachelor's degree required
- 4 or more years of legal experience
- Experience with federal, state, or commercial contracting regulations and principles
- Strong legal research and analytical skills, particularly in complex areas
- Proficiency with legal research platforms (e.g., Practical Law, Westlaw) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, comprehensive memoranda
- High attention to detail, with strong proofreading, editing, and documentation skills
- Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and project management abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to collaborate effectively across teams and with personnel at all levels
- Professionalism, discretion, and strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards
- Ability to act independently, assume increasing responsibility, and manage multiple priorities
- Solid negotiation and problem-solving skills
- JD or paralegal certification
- Background in contract law, paralegal work, healthcare, or benefits (including HIPAA privacy/security)
- Experience with AI-enabled legal or business tools
Benefits
- Competitive base and incentive pay
- 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
- Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
- Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
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