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Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details POSITION SUMMARY: Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) is seeking an attorney to join its Legal Department as Assistant General Counsel - Corporate and M&A. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal skills, with the ability to provide business-oriented, effective legal services, project management, and strategic counsel on significant M&A and other strategic transactions across Cencora's global organization. This role involves supporting global M&A, joint ventures, minority investments, and providing support to the Corporate Development team throughout the deal process. The candidate will also assist in developing templates and playbooks for M&A deals. The position reports to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel - M&A. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage all aspects of domestic and international M&A and strategic transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, due diligence, and post-closing integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Legal, Corporate Development, Finance, Tax, Treasury, IT, Compliance, and HR, and coordinate with outside counsel. Coordinate efforts and manage expectations with internal clients and external attorneys, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation. Demonstrate strong project management skills, leading legal and business responsibilities, especially in post-closing integration. Oversee corporate governance for Cencora's global subsidiaries. Provide legal support on tax matters, including reorganizations. Make business-oriented, legally compliant recommendations, demonstrating critical decision-making. Prioritize and manage multiple matters efficiently. Manage legal professionals if in a managerial role. Represent Cencora in significant contracts and negotiations. Adapt to change and shift priorities as needed. Seek challenging tasks, engage in development, and accept feedback. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be a graduate of an accredited law school, admitted to the state bar, with a minimum of 9 years of corporate legal experience, particularly in M&A. The candidate should be capable of handling sophisticated work independently and supervising legal teams. MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of corporate law, including antitrust and regulatory procedures. Experience supervising outside counsel. Understanding of industry policies, practices, and trends. Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, leadership, and presentation skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret legal trends and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Healthcare industry experience is a plus but not required. What Cencora Offers We provide comprehensive compensation, benefits, and resources supporting an inclusive culture and personal well-being, including health coverage, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. For more details, visit . Additional Details Salary Range: $152,500 - $235,180 (varies by location) Equal Employment Opportunity: Cencora is committed to diversity and nondiscrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Contact: hrsc@cencora.com . Affiliated Company: AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation #J-18808-Ljbffr Cencora

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