Staff Counsel, Regulatory Affairs

Staff Counsel, Regulatory AffairsHybrid, Washington, D.CPosition overview: Under the direction of the General Counsel, manage internal trade association operations and U.S. federal regulatory affairs. The role is a critical contributor to the success of the Legal & Regulatory Department.What you'll do:Internal operationsDraft and review contracts and agreements for the association.Assist in the development and implementation of internal staff policies.Coordinate with the General Counsel on litigation management.Plan and staff the annual Legal & Regulatory Conference and other events as directed.Federal regulatory affairsAnalyze new federal legislation and regulations to assess potential impacts on the cosmetics and personal care products industry.Assist in developing regulatory comments on proposed rulemaking under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA).Respond to member inquiries regarding product claims and labeling.Act as staff liaison to various committees and task forces.What you'll need to succeed (requirements)Juris Doctorate and active DC, Virginia, or Maryland Bar membership and 3-5 years of experience as a regulatory, environmental, or litigation attorney.Familiarity with federal food & drug law or similarly regulated consumer goods (preferred).Strong presentation and public speaking skills.Excellent writing and editing skills.Strong organizational skills.Demonstrated ability to achieve consensus among diverse stakeholders.Sound judgment and confidentiality.Proficiency in MS Office.Hybrid work schedule: Must be available to work in the DC office at least two days per week.Flexibility for occasional overnight travel up to 15%.We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2025-01-14