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General Counsel

Req Number: R5ENWN
Location: Sun Prairie/Remote, Wisconsin
Posted: 9/22/2025
Category: Life Sciences/Healthcare : Pharmaceuticals
Job Type: Permanent

Korn Ferry is proud to partner with Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) - the nation’s largest group purchasing organization operated for and by independent pharmacy owners - to recruit a strategic and experienced General Counsel. This executive-level role will be a key advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership, helping shape IPC’s legal strategy and support its mission to strengthen the economic environment of independent pharmacies nationwide.

About Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)

At IPC, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that champions independent pharmacies across the country. As General Counsel, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, values-based environment where your legal expertise directly supports small businesses and community health.

What makes IPC a great place to work?

  • Purpose-Driven Mission: IPC is owned and operated by independent pharmacy owners, giving you the chance to support entrepreneurs and local healthcare providers.
  • Executive-Level Influence: You’ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors, shaping legal strategy and policy at the highest level.
  • Collaborative Culture: IPC fosters a tight-knit, cooperative environment where cross-functional teamwork is valued and encouraged.
  • National Reach, Local Impact: Though headquartered in Wisconsin, IPC’s influence spans the U.S., allowing you to contribute to national healthcare policy while staying connected to community-level outcomes.
  • Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel to IPC’s Sun Prairie headquarters (~10%), balancing professional impact with personal convenience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as a strategic legal advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
  • Support government relations by analyzing legislation and legal trends affecting independent pharmacies
  • Oversee corporate governance, contracts, litigation, and employment law matters
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations and strategic initiatives

Candidate Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in Wisconsin or eligible for admission via waiver
  • Minimum of 5 years in-house legal experience and 5 years at a large law firm
  • Broad legal expertise including corporate, contract, litigation, and HR law
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of operational and financial dynamics
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $300,000–$350,000
Bonus: 25% target annual bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match

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