Chief Legal Officer (General Counsel)
Top Tier Reps
Washington, DC
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Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Legal Leadership:
- Formulate and execute robust legal strategies, including handling both offensive and defensive litigation.
- Partner with technical and policy units to offer insights on regulations and legislation pertinent to the chemical industry.
- Risk Management:
- Supervise legal risk management, inclusive of political and lobbying compliance.
- Oversee contracts with external entities, ensuring effective risk mitigation.
- Corporate Governance:
- Direct corporate governance activities, including Board and Board Committee processes.
- Function as Corporate Secretary, ensuring sound governance practices.
- Compliance Oversight:
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including antitrust regulations.
- Act as Chief Compliance Officer, managing the Code of Ethics and Conduct program.
- Team Management:
- Lead the Legal Services department, setting performance goals, conducting reviews, and promoting employee development.
- Manage the selection, retention, and oversight of outside counsel.
- Budget and Administration:
- Oversee the creation and management of the annual legal operational budget.
- Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in relevant jurisdiction(s).
- At least 12 years of legal experience, with a minimum of 8 years in advocacy or related roles.
- Proven expertise in the chemical industry or related fields.
- Experience with federal government agencies (e.g., EPA) or related regulatory bodies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) laws.
- Proven experience in board governance and trade associations.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal and compliance issues.
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