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Assistant General Counsel – Mergers and Acquisitions Jobs in Orlando, Florida, USA at Cencora
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Job Details
POSITION SUMMARY:
Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) is looking for an attorney to join its Legal Department as Assistant General Counsel – Corporate and M&A. The ideal candidate will have strong legal skills, with the ability to deliver business-oriented, effective legal services, project management, and strategic counseling on significant M&A and other strategic transactions across Cencora’s global organization.
The 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 develop templates and playbooks for M&A deals and related transactions, reporting 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 and outside counsel to execute transactions.
Coordinate with internal clients and attorneys to provide legal advice and mitigate risks.
Demonstrate project management skills, especially in post-closing integration.
Oversee corporate governance for Cencora’s subsidiaries.
Provide legal support on tax matters, including reorganizations.
Make business-oriented, legally compliant recommendations.
Prioritize and manage multiple matters efficiently.
Manage legal professionals if applicable.
Represent Cencora in significant contracts and negotiations.
Adapt to change and shifting priorities.
Engage in development discussions and seek 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 role is comparable to a counsel or non-equity partner level, capable of handling sophisticated legal work and supervising teams.
MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of corporate law, anti-trust laws, and regulatory procedures.
Experience supervising outside counsel.
Understanding of industry policies, practices, and trends.
Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to interpret legal trends and use Microsoft Office tools.
Healthcare industry knowledge is a plus.
What Cencora Offers
We provide comprehensive benefits supporting physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness, including support for working families, training, and development programs. For more details, visit
Additional Details
Full-time position with a salary range of $152,500 – $235,180, which varies by location. Cencora is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact  or
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Title: Assistant General Counsel – Mergers and Acquisitions
Company: Cencora
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Business Law)
