Associate General Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions - ...

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Overview Join our team as an Associate General Counsel in the M&A legal group at UnitedHealth Group. This legal team oversees and supports the M&A function, with primary responsibility over acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, key strategic transactions, and transaction-related antitrust, securities, tax, commercial, regulatory and lending legal functions enterprise-wide. Primary Responsibilities Provide a full range of legal advice and services in areas such as M&A, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures, commercial law, contracts law, securities, anti-trust, tax law, regulatory and compliance Negotiate and execute on complex M&A transactions and other strategic priorities Manage internal and external stakeholders and oversee outside advisors in support of transactions Assess legal risks and work with business and operational teams to mitigate and address Provide executives across the enterprise with insights and guidance on complex legal issues, both domestic and international, and their commercial implications Required Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree with active license to practice law in at least one state 3+ years of progressively senior experience in complex transactional work M&A experience Experience successfully managing staff and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Strategic thinking with experience developing a long-term plan and ensuring its execution Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, works well in a team environment, able to work in diverse environments and adhere to highest ethical standards Proven analytical skills and strategic decision-making ability Impressive executive presence with the ability to gain credibility, rapport and support from key internal and external stakeholders Outstanding writing skills Solid influencing skills and ability to display a solid sense of versatility in relating to different levels within the organization and people with varying backgrounds and ideas. Be able to facilitate consensus and directions for change Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of M&A experience Specific transactional experience in healthcare or insurance fields Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is $124,500 to $239,400 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you/'ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. Application Deadline This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. Equal Employment Opportunity: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Drug-Free Workplace: UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17