Posted Nov 14 McKesson Corporation is a global leader in healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, community oncology and specialty care, and healthcare information solutions. McKesson partners with pharmaceutical manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, governments and other organizations in healthcare to help provide the right medicines, medical products and healthcare services to the right patients at the right time, safely and cost-effectively. United by our ICARE shared principles, our employees work every day to innovate and deliver opportunities that make our customers and partners more successful - all for the better health of patients. McKesson has been named a “Most Admired Company” in the healthcare wholesaler category by FORTUNE, a “Best Place to Work” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and a top military-friendly company by Military Friendly. For more information, visit www.mckesson.com.
We take pride in our culture of connection and believe in a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic self. We welcome and encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities and others with diverse perspectives to join our growing team. Your unique perspective and experience are valuable assets that can translate into a rewarding career path with us. Apply to join our team and help shape the future of healthcare!
Current Need
Legal Specialist to, under the direction and oversight of a lead attorney, serve as the primary point of contact for commercial agreements and legal questions for assigned business segments. This position will engage in a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to those calling for judgment, risk assessment, and independent initiative.
Position Description
- Draft, revise, and negotiate a wide variety and high volume of commercial distribution agreements in a timely manner.
- Assist lead attorney in providing timely legal services to internal clients on various types of legal issues.
- Provide training to internal clients on contracting process and various legal issues and regulations that are pertinent to the assigned business segments.
- Develop solid working relationships with key business team members and internal clients.
- Serve as primary point of contact for assigned business segments.
- Identify and escalate complex issues and risks, current and potential, to lead attorney for direction and/or handling.
- Develop a thorough understanding of and familiarity with McKesson’s businesses, its people, products, markets, strategy, and customers.
- Work collaboratively with internal subject matter experts to meet McKesson’s objectives and complete projects and agreements in a timely manner.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Functional Competencies:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy and multi-directional workload.
- High degree of proficiency redlining documents in Microsoft Word and familiarity with Microsoft Excel
- Solutions oriented and able to identify potential process efficiencies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to operate independently with limited supervisor/attorney supervision.
- Capable of maintaining effective working relationships and quality legal services in a demanding and diverse environment.
- Team-oriented and able to communicate effectively with superiors, peers, and others.
- Strategic, innovative and creative mindset.
Minimum Requirements
- 4+ Years of relevant experience
Additional Skills
- A minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience at a law firm, corporate in-house position, or governmental agency, with an emphasis on corporate contract transactions.
- May require paralegal certification or a 4-year or 2 year Associate degree, or equivalent experience in related field.
Education
- Degree or equivalent
Physical Requirements
General Office Demands.
Benefits & Company Statement
We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.
It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.
At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.
As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. To apply for this opportunity go to www.mckesson.com/careers
At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$67,900 - $113,100
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.Qualified applicants will not be disqualified from consideration for employment based upon criminal history.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
