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We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.\nWhat you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.\nClarusONE Sourcing Services LLP is a joint venture providing strategic generic pharmaceutical sourcing services to its Members, Walmart, Inc. and McKesson Corporation. The two companies have over 25 years of history working together to improve the quality and lower the cost of pharmaceutical care to patients in the United States. As part of this arrangement, in 2016 McKesson and Walmart established ClarusONE in London to provide strategic pharmaceutical sourcing services for both companies. ClarusONE ensures both companies have access to the right generic pharmaceuticals to meet customer demand at a competitive market cost. McKesson supplies pharmaceuticals to over one-third of all healthcare providers in the United States and Walmart is one of the United States’ largest pharmacy chains.\nJob Title: Sr. Counsel - FTC\nLocation: Russell Square, London, United Kingdom. Flexible working. 12 Month FTC\nJob Purpose:\nThe Senior Counsel serves as primary legal support for business teams on routine legal matters and commercial transactions - principally relating to generics pharmaceutical sourcing initiatives in the U.S. market - as well as providing negotiation and drafting, issue identification and escalation. Reporting to ClarusONE’s Managing Chief Counsel, the Senior Counsel is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, providing guidance on contract provisions and potential risks in accordance with applicable law, operational practices and internal policies. Success is measured by quality of advice, strength of stakeholder relationships, ability to work independently and assess when to seek guidance of Managing Chief Counsel and other subject-matter experts.\nResponsibilities:\nProvide legal support to ClarusONE’s business teams in London.\nDraft and review contracts, amendments and standard terms and conditions for generics procurement, and provide guidance on contract standards.\nParticipate in contract negotiations and communicate with generic pharmaceutical suppliers on contract issues, proposals and disputes. Other relevant contracts include IT agreements, vendor terms and conditions, licence agreements and intercompany documentation.\nWork closely with ClarusONE’s business teams and Members’ contract management teams to identify, analyse and resolve legal and business risks and make recommendations.\nMonitor compliance with internal processes and policies, working with the Managing Chief Counsel to create, update and operationalize policies and standard operating procedures.\nDeliver training on a variety of legal and compliance topics of relevance to ClarusONE and the Members.\nRepresent the ClarusONE business on projects as a subject-matter expert and collaborate with internal legal counsels and senior leaders, as applicable.\nMonitor applicable legal and policy developments that may impact the JV, including, but not limited to, developments in the US pharmaceutical industry.\nIdentify opportunities and recommend solutions for process and automation enhancements.\nRequirements:\nEducation/Experience\nU.K. Solicitor or Barrister with a minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience.\nLegal experience in a corporate/commercial in-house legal team or law firm. \nExperience working in a healthcare regulatory environment, with pharmaceutical procurement experience preferred.\nProficient in Office 365, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.\nKnowledge & Skills\nStrong oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent contract drafting and strong attention to detail and process.\nAbility to adapt quickly to business needs and changing timelines.\nAbility to challenge and push back, when necessary, with Managing Chief Counsel support, and to demonstrate an enterprise-first mindset.\nAbility to collaborate and build relationships with legal and business colleagues of varying levels of seniority; help drive initiatives to gain buy-in and develop strong working relationships.\nAt 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 supportphysical, 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.\nAs 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. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.\nOur Base Pay Range for this position\n£72,500 - £120,800McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:\nMcKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.\nMcKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. 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