Staff Counsel, Privacy - Remote 2361784 | Eden Prairie, Minnesota | Remote

Staff Counsel, PrivacyUnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring.

Connecting. Growing together.The UnitedHealth Group Enterprise Privacy Office is seeking a Staff Counsel, Privacy to support its mission of helping make the health system work better for everyone. This role requires a strong working knowledge of the HIPAA Privacy Rule, state privacy laws, and the ability to collaborate effectively with business partners across a large, matrixed organization. This position supports UnitedHealthcare, a leading health benefits company providing medical insurance and related services to individuals, employers, and government sponsored programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.

This role is well suited for a privacy attorney with experience advising health plans and navigating complex regulatory environments. The Staff Counsel, Privacy reports to the UnitedHealthcare Senior Associate General Counsel and works closely with colleagues across the Enterprise Privacy Office to provide practical, business-focused privacy guidance.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C.

area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.Primary Responsibilities:Serve as a trusted privacy advisor to UnitedHealthcare, with a primary focus on HIPAA and state privacy law complianceAdvise marketing and product teams by reviewing initiatives, materials, and workflows for privacy and data protection considerationsOwn and manage updates to UHC health plan Notices of Privacy Practices, Online Services Privacy Policy, and related notices, including coordination and rollout to impacted business areasOperationalize health plan specific privacy programs, including training, communications, policies, and proceduresProvide privacy guidance in support of business associate agreements and other contracting matters, in collaboration with contracting and procurement teamsAdvise on regulatory change management and support the implementation of new and updated federal and state privacy requirementsAdvise on and respond to privacy related requests for proposals, customer and regulator audits, and compliance reviewsPartner closely with cross functional stakeholders across UnitedHealthcare's lines of business to balance legal risk and business prioritiesOperate effectively in a fast paced, high growth environment while exercising sound judgmentRequired Qualifications:Juris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeActive license to practice law in current state of residence3+ years of experience practicing health care privacy law in a large corporation, law firm, or government agencyPreferred Qualifications:Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) designation or similarFamiliarity with AI tools such as CopilotDemonstrated ability to work independently on matters with minimal supervisionExcellent legal research, writing, verbal communication, and presentation skillsSolid interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a large organization*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.