Lead Legal Advisor

What Commercial Transactions contribute to Cardinal Health

Our Legal team provides Cardinal Health with strategic, proactive, practical, and cost-effective legal services aimed at protecting the organization's assets, operations, and reputation. We offer legal counsel across various domains including commercial, corporate securities, intellectual property, labor and employment, and regulatory law. Our team also manages all legal disputes, oversees outside counsel, and handles legal operations efficiently.

Job Summary

The Lead Legal Advisor serves as the main legal partner to division leaders within a business unit, offering expert guidance on various legal matters while helping to mitigate risks. This position entails reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements with external parties, safeguarding the business's interests, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Additionally, the Lead Legal Advisor evaluates external communications for legal compliance and collaborates with various internal teams to resolve legal issues seamlessly.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional client service, advising division leaders on legal inquiries related to contract compliance and confidentiality, while estimating project costs for business leaders.
• Draft and establish initial formats and terms for commercial agreements, facilitating negotiations with customers and vendors.
• Engage with external parties to negotiate favorable agreement terms, advising business leaders on best practices for acceptance or rejection of external terms.
• Review all terms and amendments from external parties, effectively managing the negotiation process for commercial agreements.
• Verify compliance of all marketing and public relations communications regarding product information and messaging.
• Identify legal issues outside of commercial law and connect with relevant Legal and Compliance teams for resolution.
• Act as a proactive partner, identifying potential legal risks and suggesting strategies for risk mitigation aligned with business objectives.
• Serve as the main expert for the business in litigation cases, collaborating closely with the Litigation team.
• Advise business unit leaders regarding terms, risks, and due diligence during mergers and acquisitions.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience preferred
• License to practice law in Ohio or in the jurisdiction in which you reside and work

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Utilize advanced knowledge and expertise to manage diverse projects
• Contribute to developing procedures and policies to achieve defined goals
• Propose innovative practices, processes, and metrics
• Lead or participate in complex, high-impact projects
• Provide solutions that may set industry precedents
• Independently determine methods for project completion
• Receive guidance focusing on overall project goals
• Mentor less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $123,400-$176,100

Benefits: Cardinal Health is committed to supporting health and well-being through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages prior to payday
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave

Application window anticipated to close: 04/11/2026. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Candidates returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health fosters an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. We embrace our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring that employees can be their authentic selves every day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, public assistance status, genetic status, or any other protected status.

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Lead Legal Advisor
• Des Moines, IA, United States