Sr. Counsel, Proprietary Brands & Operations
Core
Primary legal advisor for Proprietary Brands, Global Sourcing, Product Quality & Compliance, and Store Operations, managing product lifecycle legal risks and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Senior in-house counsel (consumer products/retail)
Builds
Product compliance programs, regulatory guidance, and scalable legal resources for business teams
Domain
Retail / Consumer Products / Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
Juris Doctor (J.D.), active U.S. state bar membership, 7-10 years legal experience, product/regulatory/commercial legal expertise, agency interaction experience
Preferred skills
In-house legal experience, consumer products/retail/manufacturing background, compliance program development
Technologies
Legal automation tools, self-service platforms
Responsibilities
Advise on sourcing, development, marketing, sale, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of proprietary brand products; Provide legal guidance for product compliance programs including responsible sourcing and environmental requirements; Advise on complex matters including product claims, labeling, recalls, registrations, and customs issues; Support regulatory inspections, investigations, and interactions with governmental agencies; Develop policies, playbooks, and training materials for business teams; Monitor legal/regulatory developments and provide business-oriented guidance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
