Benefits and Coverage Counsel

Job Highlights:

This is a high-impact role reporting to the General Counsel, responsible for advising the organization on a wide range of issues related to employee benefit plans.

Key functions of this position include:

• Provides legal consultation and guidance to the organization on complex projects and matters related to the provision of health coverage and other employee benefit products and services to HealthTrust Members. Analyzes legal issues and recommends approaches to compliance and risk mitigation associated with such issues taking into consideration the impact on HealthTrust’s operations, coverage lines and services.
• Ensures HealthTrust compliance with applicable employee benefit laws and regulations, including, without limitation, Affordable Care Act/Health Care Reform, COBRA, HIPAA, Public Health Service Act, GINA, Mental Health Parity, NH Retiree Coverage Law, NH RSA 5-B, Medicare Parts A, B and D and Secondary Payer Laws, IRS laws on FSAs, HRAs and HSAs.
• Drafts and updates all coverage program documents and certificates as well as all agreements with HealthTrust Member Groups for coverage and service.
• Works closely with General Counsel on all legal issues facing the organization.
• Works with a dynamic team of colleagues to strategically plan for and implement new programs and services to improve the health and wellness of those covered through HealthTrust.

The Organization:

HealthTrust provides high quality, cost-effective medical, dental, prescription drug, short-term and long-term disability and life insurance benefit plans as well as FSA, HRA and COBRA administrative services designed to meet the unique needs of New Hampshire’s public sector employers and employees.

As the largest organization in the New Hampshire public sector risk pool management segment, HealthTrust serves more than 350 member groups and 50,000 covered lives. Through partnerships with Anthem and CVS Caremark, HealthTrust offers medical plan options that balance accessibility, personal choice, and affordability through a broad provider network and collaborative partnerships. The HealthTrust Board of Directors believes that high quality coverages together with exceptional service delivered by our staff sets HealthTrust apart.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possession of a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited institution, superior academic credentials, and a license to practice law in New Hampshire is required.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in private or governmental practice of law, or as part of an organizational legal team, with significant experience in legal advice and representation regarding employee benefit plans, particularly health plans. Prior project management experience desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and have the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

In lieu of the above, any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the above referenced knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered at the discretion of HealthTrust.

Ideal candidates will have working knowledge of employee benefit laws and experience advising health and welfare benefit plans, as well as strong written and oral communication skills.

The expected hiring range for qualified candidates is $165,715 - $208,935.

Must be a New Hampshire resident. To apply, email a résumé with cover letter to: hr@healthtrustnh.org or mail to: Human Resources Coordinator, HealthTrust, PO Box 617, Concord, NH 03302-0617.

EOE

In addition to competitive salaries, HealthTrust provides a family-friendly work environment and offers excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; a defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation plan; flexible spending accounts; and an on-site fitness center.

Ideal candidates will have working knowledge of employee benefit laws and experience advising health and welfare benefit plans, as well as strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary: $144,100 - $230,550

Closing Date: October 16, 2026

Pay: $165,715.00 - $208,935.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Concord, NH 03301

Salary : $144,100 - $230,550