Job Details

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. 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.

What 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.

Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to work on-site at least 2 days per week at either of our designated office locations. The remaining days may be worked remotely, subject to team and business needs.

Job Summary:

The Principal Legal Counsel, Employment Law position is responsible for providing strategic counsel and managing legal services to the company on labour and employment law matters. He/she will be a key player in ensuring compliance with federal and provincial employment laws governing the company’s operations and will proactively develop policies, templates and procedures in collaboration with the human resources department as well as the various business leaders. More specifically, the Principal Legal Counsel will:

• Provide strategic advice and guidance to the company on employment and labour law issues while ensuring consistency with McKesson's strategic and business objectives

• Build and maintain influential relationships across the business, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner

• Establish a legal framework that minimizes exposure for employment liability and legal risk associated with the execution of the business’ strategic plan

• Address complex legal issues with creativity and foresight, leveraging legal expertise to anticipate future trends and risks

• Collaborate and consult effectively with other corporate functions including the McKesson corporate employment and benefits group to align on enterprise initiatives where appropriate

• Demonstrate the highest integrity consistent with ICARE and ILEAD principles, setting a benchmark for professional and ethical conduct within the organization

Specific Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business unit leaders and business unit human resources professionals to ensure delivery of added-value advice regarding employment law risks arising in their work groups and take preventative action to head off potential problems

• Responsible for the management and oversight of outside counsel in the defense of employment litigation

• Represent the company from time to time as advocate in administrative agency proceedings

• Assist as legal expert for Canada enterprise-wide projects that reduce employment law risk for the organization

• Carry out other duties as may be requested by the Vice President, Regulatory Affairs

• Ensures the timely provision of legal services required for the day-to-day management of business activities by the law department

• Develops, drafts, reviews and negotiates key employment-related agreements and advises on employment issues related to mergers, acquisitions and divestitures

• Provides strategic legal counsel and thought leadership on employment and labour matters

• Ensures that company policies are implemented in collaboration with the Compliance department

• Legal representative in cross-functional teams to address special projects, such as implementation of legislation, new services or products and risk management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Law degree from a recognized university

• Member of the Ontario Bar

• 13+ years employment law experience, with a minimum of 8 years in a strategic legal role within health or retail sectors

Key Competencies:

• Recognized as an authority in employment law with a proven track record of outstanding legal acumen and innovative problem-solving capabilities. A mix of law firm and in-house experience is a plus

• Ability to think analytically and creatively and to problem solve, with a focus on current, innovative and proactive approaches to employment and labour law. Anticipates future trends and consequences; has broad and deep legal knowledge and perspective

• Demonstrated ability to implement strategic employment initiatives in a complex, matrixed organization. Exemplify McKesson’s I2CARE values in all interactions

• Effective interpersonal and influencing skills: in order to be successful, the lawyer in this role must be able to proactively implement employment strategies in a highly matrixed organization

• Ability to weigh and balance legal risk with business needs and goals

• Recognized as an effective negotiator

• Proven leadership capabilities with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset

• Mature, professional, enthusiastic, organized and pragmatic with sound decision-making skills, capable of functioning effectively in a complex environment

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. 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. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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