Principal Compliance Consultant - Regulatory Change Management

About the role

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. As a Principal Compliance Consultant in Regulatory Change Management, you will help the organization navigate evolving laws, regulations, and government guidance by supporting a disciplined regulatory change management process. This role serves as a trusted compliance resource across the organization, with a strong focus on Medicare and Medicaid regulatory programs. You will partner with Public Affairs, Legal, compliance teammates, and cross-functional business owners to support timely implementation, clear documentation, and effective communication of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor laws, regulations, and government guidance to identify updates that may impact the organization.
• Coordinate regulatory change intake, stakeholder notification, and distribution of new law and regulatory guidance.
• Support impact analysis and implementation planning with designated business owners to promote timely, accurate execution.
• Document implementation activity, validate outcomes when appropriate, and report on progress and compliance status.
• Partner with Legal, Public Affairs, compliance team members, and business stakeholders to understand regulatory updates and clarify required actions.
• Facilitate or participate in working sessions with cross-functional partners to review regulatory requirements and support alignment.
• Translate complex regulatory information into clear, actionable communications for stakeholders and compliance partners.
• Bring a continuous improvement mindset to regulatory change management, including opportunities to enhance processes through automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.

Requirements

• 7+ years of related compliance professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of a degree, an additional two years of relevant experience beyond the qualifications listed above may be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Master’s degree or other advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience with Medicare/Medicaid regulatory programs is strongly preferred.
• Experience with CMS, DOH, and state regulatory filings.
• Ability to translate complex information into actionable messaging, actively listen to diverse perspectives, and drive alignment across cross-functional priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex challenges, evaluate tradeoffs, and collaborate with stakeholders to reach effective, lasting solutions.
• Ability to effectively organize work, balance shifting priorities, and manage time across multiple workstreams to meet commitments.
• Business analysis expertise, regulatory research, and ability to translate regulatory requirements into operations.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable federal and state regulations.
• Healthcare or insurance industry experience.
• Experience drafting responses or presenting to boards, compliance committees, or regulatory bodies.

Skills

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - State Board of Accountancy
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) - Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE)
• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) - Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

Schedule

Hybrid approach: two days in the office each week, with at least one anchor day designated for team interaction. The rest of the week is remote.

Pay

Pay Range: $90,800.00 - $120,300.00 - $149,800.00 Annual. Pay is based on several factors including skills, ability, and knowledge.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.