Product Regulatory Counsel (Manufacturing)
Overview:
An established and innovative manufacturing company is seeking a Product Regulatory Counsel to join its legal team. This role is ideal for a commercially minded attorney with a strong foundation in product safety, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. You'll play a key role in ensuring that products meet global safety standards while supporting business objectives across product development, marketing, and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on product safety regulations, standards, and compliance requirements across domestic and international markets.
- Partner with R&D, engineering, and marketing teams to proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks throughout the product lifecycle.
- Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and assess impact on product strategy and commercial operations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with regulatory implications, including supply chain, distribution, and vendor contracts.
- Support incident response and product recalls, including coordination with internal stakeholders and external regulators.
- Collaborate with external counsel and industry groups to stay ahead of regulatory trends and best practices.
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 10+ years of legal experience, ideally in a combination of law firm and in-house roles.
- Strong understanding of product safety laws and regulatory frameworks (e.g., CPSC, FDA, EPA, EU regulations).
- Experience advising on commercial contracts and regulatory strategy.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
- Manufacturing or consumer products industry experience is a plus.
Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to shape regulatory strategy at a company that values innovation, safety, and integrity. You'll be part of a collaborative legal team and have a direct impact on product development and market success.
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