Litigation and Marketing Counsel

Glanbia•Downers Grove, IL

12d•$130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Glanbia Performance Nutrition is seeking a talented and business-minded Litigation and Marketing Counsel to join our Legal Department. This role will provide strategic legal guidance on the advertising, labeling and marketing compliance of a portfolio of food, beverage and dietary supplement products.

Requirements

J.D. degree with strong academic credentials from a top U.S. law school
At least 5 years of related legal experience, preferably with time spent in a top-tier law firm and global consumer products company in the Food/Beverage industry advising clients on FDA-regulated products, including foods, beverages and dietary supplements.
Member in good standing of at least one state bar association (IL preferred)
Sound business and legal judgment, with the ability to balance business objectives and risk mitigation
Commitment to professionalism and collegiality
Strong understanding of the following areas of law: federal and global consumer protection laws and labeling, marketing and advertising statutes, regulations and guidelines applicable to sale of food and dietary supplements
Strong foundation in FDA and FTC law, claims substantiation, advertising review, consumer protection law and litigation trends, coupled with the judgment and practicality necessary to operate in a fast-paced consumer products environment.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day legal counseling on advertising, marketing, labeling and compliance matters involving food, beverage and dietary supplement products
Evaluate claims substantiation assessments in partnership with Regulatory and Scientific Affairs
Support litigation management and threatened claims, demand letters and investigations involving advertising, labeling and consumer protection matters and assist with responses to regulatory inquiries, challenges, competitor disputes and self-regulatory proceedings
Draft, review and negotiate various marketing and advertising-related agreements, including sponsorship, promotion, talent, endorsement and event-related partnerships
Provide creative and proactive advice on a broad range of legal issues to proactively manage legal risks where exposures exist
Maintain a working knowledge of all company policies and procedures, including laws and regulations applicable to the business
Develop relationships to become a trusted advisor, creative problem-solver and partner to cross-functional groups
Develop and deliver training materials and practical legal guidance for marketing, innovation and commercial teams