Blue Cross of Idaho is seeking an Assistant Corporate Secretary, Associate General Counsel to provide hands-on corporate governance, entity management and regulatory insurance support across the Gemstone Holdings group and its affiliated entities to include Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service, Inc. This position is embedded day-to-day with the Corporate Secretary team while remaining part of the enterprise Legal Department.

We are seeking a senior level, execution-oriented attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment and partners closely with business leaders from initial structuring through post-closing execution. Experience supporting healthcare, insurance, or other highly regulated industry transactions is strongly preferred.

Reporting relationship: This position reports to the Corporate Secretary, VP and Deputy General Counsel. This role allows for a flexible hybrid schedule (onsite Meridian Idaho campus and work-from-home). #LI-Hybrid

To be considered for this opportunity you have:

• Experience: Eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in corporate governance matters. In-house experience or relevant senior law firm experience will be considered.

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Certifications/Licenses: Active membership in good standing with the Idaho State Bar or ability to acquire such status within one year of hire.

• Candidates must successfully complete (within 3 months) and successfully pass a NAIC Biographical Affidavit background investigation (or NAIC background verification) as a condition of employment.

• Additional Success Factors: Demonstrated ability to independently lead and execute complex transactions with limited supervision; strong executive judgment; comfort working directly with senior executives; and ability to operate effectively in a hands-on, deal-driven environment.

In this role, we will ask you to:

Support the Corporate Secretary and senior leadership on a wide range of corporate governance matters, including board and committee operations, corporate compliance, and entity management.

• Board and Committee Governance: Prepare board and committee meeting agendas, materials, and minutes; draft resolutions; coordinate meeting logistics; and ensure proper documentation and record-keeping in accordance with best governance practices.

• Corporate Transactions & Strategic Initiatives: Provide governance support for mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, investments, restructurings, and other corporate transactions. This includes preparing and reviewing board materials, ensuring proper authorizations, maintaining accurate corporate records, and supporting post-transaction integration from a governance perspective.

• Corporate Records & Entity Management: Maintain and manage the company’s corporate books, records, organizational charts, and subsidiary governance documentation. Oversee annual filings, good standing certificates, and compliance with state and federal corporate requirements.

• Governance Policies & Compliance: Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring corporate governance policies, codes of conduct, and compliance programs. Ensure transactions and corporate actions comply with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and best practices.

• Regulatory Interaction with Departments of Insurance: Serve as a key point of contact for interactions with state Departments of Insurance. This includes preparing and submitting regulatory filings, responding to inquiries, coordinating licensing and approval processes, and ensuring timely compliance with insurance regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

• Outside Counsel & Advisor Coordination: Help select and manage outside counsel for governance, securities, and corporate matters. Track and coordinate legal advice to ensure alignment with business objectives and governance standards.

• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate closely with the corporation’s Finance, Compliance, and operational teams to provide timely governance guidance, identify potential risks, and facilitate efficient decision-making and execution of strategic initiatives.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Company Culture:

At Blue Cross of Idaho, we are mission driven and dedicated to improving the health of the communities and individuals we serve. We are accountable to each other and to our members and believe that challenges are opportunities to grow. We are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve and encourage our employees to engage in community service and volunteer activities.

Team Collaboration:

Become a member of our dynamic legal team, where open communication and collaboration are highly valued. We work closely with departments such as corporate development, finance, and compliance to align on strategic initiatives. We promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning to foster professional growth and achieve the best outcomes for the company.

Why Join Us:

This role provides a unique opportunity to support the company and its affiliates in their growth and strategic corporate development initiatives. You'll enjoy a strong work-life balance while contributing to a collaborative and high-impact legal team.

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range is $179,901 to $269,850. The position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus (variable depending on company and employee performance).

The pay range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, internal equity, geography, business or organizational needs, and alignment with market data. At Blue Cross of Idaho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for the position. Compensation decisions are dependent on factors and circumstances at the time of offer.

We offer a robust package of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, community service and self-care days, medical, dental, vision and pharmacy insurance, 401(k) matching and non-contributory plan, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, education reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption assistance, and a paid family leave program. We will adhere to all relevant state and local laws concerning employee leave benefits, in line with our plans and policies.

Reasonable accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.