Counsel, Legal Marketing & Regulatory
About The Position
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Requirements
- Cosmetic and/or OTC industry experience
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Licensed in NY
- 8+ years of marketing, advertising and administrative legal experience at AM Law 200 firm and/or Fortune 1000 company
- Strong understanding of regulations/FTC and FDA compliance relating to cosmetic, and over-the-counter drug products preferred; understanding of similar regulations outside of the US a plus
- Ability to form strong relationships with business leaders and serve as a counterpart to the Marketing, Product Development and R&D teams
- Ability to execute in a complex matrixed environment while setting boundaries
- Possesses strong communication skills -written and spoken - and a highly-developed EQ; enjoys face-to-face interactions with business leaders and cross-functional partners
- Willingness to learn global elements
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment
- Ability to work in a team but also manage issues independently
- Marketing savvy and strong creative thinking skills
- Strong critical thinker and practical, problem solver mentality
Nice To Haves
- Global experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Advise and counsel clients on all issues related to global marketing and advertising programs in all media and formats including TV, print, digital/social, packaging, promotions, etc.
- Review product and brand advertising claims; review and provide guidance on test protocols, consumer research, claim substantiation, and other support data
- Respond to and manage defense of advertising and regulatory litigation, challenges and inquiries globally
- Provide client education and training on relevant legal issues, develop processes and forms to support business marketing needs and efficiencies
- Coordinate and manage outside law firms with respect to litigation, government inquiries and investigations
- Advise and consult with all levels of the organization including senior leadership to identify critical legal issues, assess potential legal options, and provide individuals and teams with an analysis and range of possible legal solutions
- Exercise independent judgment related to company legal matters
Benefits
- health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
- wellness and family support programs
- life and disability insurance
- retirement savings plans
- paid leave programs
- education-related programs
- paid holidays and vacation time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
