Senior Legal Analyst

The Senior Legal Analyst supports the Legal Department by assisting attorneys with a wide range of moderate-to-highly complex legal matters related to insurance and healthcare. This includes legal research, contract review, and operational guidance. This role helps mitigate risk and drive business outcomes through analysis, interpretation, organization of information, and by developing strategies and proposals to address problem areas. The position also manages legal documentation, contract management, and knowledge-sharing processes.

• 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. 
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or paralegal certification preferred.
• 4 or more years of legal experience.
• Experience with federal, state, or commercial contracting regulations and principles.
• Background in contract law, paralegal work, healthcare, or benefits (including HIPAA privacy/security) strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills, particularly in complex areas.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms (e.g., Practical Law, Westlaw) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with AI-enabled legal or business tools preferred.
• 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.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications, and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. 
Pay Grade 20. $71,400 - $149,500

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• 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

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations  This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information  Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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