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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!\nJob Details\nJob Summary\nCencora is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel(AGC) to support Cencora Global Procurement (CGP) in Cork, Ireland. This role provides senior legal counselwithin a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment, with a focus on corporate governance and Board support, manufacturer-facing contracting and negotiation strategy, data privacy and security compliance, and proactive risk managementto supportCGP’sexpansioninto additional jurisdictions. The role requires strong cross-functional partnership, soundprofessionaljudgment, anddemonstrated capabilityto leadintegratedlegal and business workstreams with effective project management discipline.The AGC will report to the Vice President, Managing Director of CGPand maintain alignment withCencora’sLegal andCorporate Affairs Team.\nKey Responsibilities\nCorporate Governance / Company Secretary\nAct as Secretary to CGP and manage Board governance processes, includingbut not limited to,preparation of meeting notices, agendas, presentations, written resolutions, approvals, and meeting minutes.\n\nMaintain accurate corporate records, ensuring compliance with The Companies Act 2014 requirements, including CRO filings/updatesand ensure governance documentation is complete, controlled, and accessible for audit and regulatory needs.\n\nManufacturer-Facing Contracting & Negotiation\nDraft, review, negotiate, and advise on pharmaceutical manufacturer-facing agreements to ensure alignment with CGP strategy and objectives while minimizing legal, regulatory, and reputational risk.\n\nProvide escalation support for non-standard risk positions and ensure appropriate internal review, approvals, and documentation.\n\nGlobal Contracting Strategy & Negotiator Support\nSupport commercial negotiators on manufacturer-facing matters,along with any Intercompany Agreements, as required,including global contracting strategy, contract language/provision review,negotiationsandinternal and/orexternal risk assessments.\n\nDevelop and maintain standard templates, clause guidance, and negotiation playbooks to drive consistency and speed.\n\nProject Management / Strategic Legal Enablement\nLead matters requiring project management capability, includingintegratedlegal and business ownership of contract programs and strategic initiatives supporting CGP’s goals.\n\nDrive stakeholder alignment, timelines, decision-making, and delivery of outcomes across workstreams.\n\nData Privacy & Security (GDPR + U.S. Privacy)\nSupport CGP’s compliance with privacy and security policies and requirements, including GDPR and relevant U.S. data privacy laws/requirements impacting CGP activities.\n\nCollaborate withCencora’sPrivacyteamand outside counsel on privacy compliance, contractual privacy terms, and implementation of required controls.\n\nLegal Services Oversight & Outside Counsel Management\nAssist in managing delivery of legal services across CGP, including oversight of matters relating to employment/HR and immigration, intellectual property, litigation/disputes, and compliance.\n\nCoordinate the retention and oversight of outside counsel, including scope management, quality control, and budget awareness.\n\nRegulatory Compliance & Jurisdictional Expansion\nDrive legal strategy and support regulatory compliance obligations as CGP expands into additional jurisdictions.\n\nMonitor legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments affecting CGP operations; advise leadership on impact, options, and recommended actions.\n\nRisk Management & Protection of CGP\nProactively identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks; advise management on risk trade-offs and implement practical mitigation plans.\n\nMaintain strong documentation and escalation practices for key decisions, risks, and approvals.\n\nOther Duties\nPerform related duties as assigned and required by CGP.\n\nShouldhave strong decision-making capabilities and should be proficient in being able to make business-oriented yet legally compliant recommendations.\n\nShould be able to juggle multiple matters on the midst of change and effectively multi-task, focus and shift priorities to ensure that work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.\n\nThis role will have management responsibilities for one or more legal professionals andthe AGC isrequired to be an effective manager for reports.\n\n.\nQualifications\nRequired\nLaw degree and qualified to practice in Ireland, in good standing.\n\n7-10+ years PQE (guideline) in-house and/or at a leading law firm, with strong experience in commercial contracting and regulated environments.\n\nDemonstrated ability to negotiate complex commercial agreements and advise senior stakeholders with clear, pragmatic recommendations.\n\nExperience supporting corporate governance activities (e.g., Board/committee materials, resolutions, minutes) and strong attention to detail.\n\nWorking knowledge of GDPR and data privacy/security contracting concepts; ability to partner effectively with privacy and security stakeholders.\n\nStrong communication,organization, presentation,facilitation, and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a matrix environment.\n\nPreferred\nExperience inthe pharmaceuticals/life sciencesindustry (manufacturer-facing, distribution, services, or broader healthcare).\n\nFamiliarity with U.S.lawrelevant to CGP operations (as applicable) and cross-border data considerations.\n\nExperience managing outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions and practice areas.\n\nExperience in previous line management. Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.\n\nWhy Join Us?\nJoin Cencora in Cork and help enable compliant growth for CGP through strong governance, effective manufacturer contracting, and proactive risk management. You’ll work with senior leaders on high-impact matters in a global, regulated organization with meaningful development opportunities.\nWhat Cencora offers\nBenefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.\nFull timeAffiliated Companies\nAffiliated Companies: Cencora Global Procurement LimitedEqual Employment Opportunity\nCencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.\nThe company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.\nCencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. 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