Friday, September 30, 2011

Legal Director at Pepsicola in Plano, TX

For More information, visit: http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Plano-Legal-Director-Job-TX-75023/1458698/

  • Provide legal support to advertising and marketing clients of food company in Plano , Texas , including

  • Review and approval of advertising and marketing materials for compliance with federal and state law, including FTC regulations , Truth in Advertising requirements, COPPA, and Endorsement and Testimonial Guidelines

  • Review and approval of social media activity to ensure compliance with applicable laws, internal policies and guidelines, and applicable platform terms and conditions.

  • Work with marketing clients, research and development teams and outside agencies on claim substantiation

  • Review and approval of packaging and related materials for compliance with FDA labeling regulations, and advise clients on food safety laws and regulations

  • Negotiate contracts, including agency agreements, sponsorship agreements, talent agreements, music licenses and publicity releases

  • Prepare contest and sweepstakes rules and review promotions for compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations

Legal Counsel at Glaceau (Coca-Cola) in Whitestone, NY

For more information, visit: http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp

Position Overview:

This on-site counsel provides critical advice and input on annual Glacéau business plans to grow the portfolio (including risks and opportunities) as well as advice and counsel on the myriad of marketing and brand growth activities (e.g., digital ads, PR plans, sponsorship & talent agreements, sweepstakes & promotions, etc.)

Glaceau counsel regularly interfaces (on legal/regulatory risk, internal process compliance and competition issues) with the General Manager of the Glacéau business (and his direct reports) as well as the leadership of the Glacéau operational team in Coca-Cola Refreshments resident in Whitestone.

This counsel is the main Whitestone, N.Y. contact for the Glacéau business teams in managing and maintaining the legal/Science and Regulatory Affairs review and approval processes for the production of all Glacéau brand efforts. This lawyer is also a key member of the Glacéau business' business review/ productivity processes such as Stages and Gates and the Monthly Operating Team meetings.

Glaceau legal counsel plays a key role in ensuring alignment between the Coca-Cola North America and Coca-Cola Refreshments business and legal teams. Counsel must gain sufficient understanding of the business to address legal review gaps that may surface as a result of the recent CCNA/CCR business integration to ensure that the operational and commercialization work is aligned with the strategic plans for the Glacéau brands. This role also coordinates with CCR business and legal teams to address governance risk and litigation risk issues.

Food Law Counsel at General Mills in Minnesota

See: www.jobs.generalmills.com/minneapolis/corporate-careers/food-law-counsel-fda-usda-jobs

Job Description: General Mills is seeking a Food Law Counsel to handle a complete range of issues related to General Mills’ food businesses.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate as legal representative on cross-functional teams, advising clients on product regulatory issues/requirements including ingredient approvals for food and color additives; health claims, nutrient content claims, structure-function claims, natural claims and other product claims; food safety, plant inspections, implementation of and compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act; and state law issues such as Proposition 65.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company’s businesses and business practices; engage in a proactive style of legal practice in order to best serve internal clients.
• Serve as the expert resource for clients and colleagues on the issues described above.
• Travel as required to represent the interests of General Mills.

General Counsel at General Mills in Minnesota

See: www.jobs.generalmills.com/minneapolis/corporate-careers/legal-counsel-us-retail-organization-jobs

Job Description:
General Mills is seeking a Legal Counsel to work in our US Retail Organization.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise the company’s US food businesses on a variety of legal issues relating to the marketing and sale of food products (e.g., review of marketing, advertising and promotional materials, product packaging and labeling, claims substantiation, sweepstakes and contests, social media).
• Advise on and manage network advertising clearance and NAD, CARU and FTC advertising policies and proceedings.
• Advise on sales, distribution and antitrust issues (e.g., Robinson-Patman, trade programs, category management, terms of sale).
• Draft contracts, documents, and correspondence relating to the above.
• Participate as legal representative on cross-functional teams.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company’s businesses and business practices; engage in a participative and proactive style of legal practice in order to best serve internal clients.
• Work as a team member with other attorneys and legal resources advising the US businesses.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as determined from time to time by the company.
• Travel as required to represent the interests of General Mills.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Grants and Agreement Specialist at the Forest Service

For more information see: USA jobs website

SALARY RANGE:

$47,448.00 - $74,628.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:

Thursday, September 30, 2010 to Thursday, September 29, 2011

SERIES & GRADE:

GS-1101-07/11

POSITION INFORMATION:

Full Time Permanent - No time limit

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

11

DUTY LOCATIONS:

30 vacancies - Throughout the Nation

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:

US citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for USDA Forest Service applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=JCHCF.

Corporate Counsel at Monsanto, Regulatory Compliance

For additional information visit: www.monsanto.com/careers/pages/jobsearch.aspx

This position of Corporate Counsel, Regulatory Law has a distinct concentration on Seed & Regulatory Law. This role requires the successful candidate to diligently keep abreast of the laws and regulations applicable to Monsanto's seed and biotech trait products to ensure company compliance. The Corporate Counsel will research and respond actively, both orally and in writing, to a caseload of internal and external regulatory queries. The Corporate Counsel will advocate legal, regulatory and policy initiatives that promote the company's interests and advance innovative and workable solutions to complex agricultural law problems. Proper performance of this role calls for the utmost integrity and accountability. Examples of the specific work include:
  • Compliance with U.S. Federal Seed Act and state seed laws;
  • Seed variety naming and associated company policies;
  • Laws and regulations applicable to seed blends;
  • Laws and regulations applicable to seed shipments, seed quality and testing;
  • Proper and compliant labeling of seeds - biotech and conventional;
  • PVPA compliance for protected seed; and
  • Compliance with the Federal, Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, the Plant Protection Act and the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act as they apply to the company's pesticide and biotech products.

Associate Position at Earth Justice in Seattle


http://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/13938/associate-attorney

The Northwest Office opened in Seattle in January 1987 to enable Earthjustice to take a more active role in preserving the unique natural resources and environment of the Pacific Northwest.Since that time, the Northwest office has undertaken campaigns to protect old growth forests, promote salmon recovery, improve water quality, protect Puget Sound, stop coal-fired power plants, address the impacts of pesticides, and respond to climate change, among other things. Although the primary focus of the Northwest office is representing environmental and citizens’ groups in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we often take cases with national and international scope. For example, the Northwest office is involved in cases seeking to stop coal exports to China and other countries from ports along the entire west coast as part of its effort to address global warming.


Our office is located in the heart of downtown Seattle near the federal and state courthouses, the waterfront, and historic Pioneer Square. Our goal is to produce the highest quality legal work in
a supportive and cooperative environment.

Associate Attorney Program: The associate attorney program comprises a two-year position generally filled by a lawyer with at least one to two years of litigation or judicial clerkship experience. Associate attorneys work closely with staff attorneys and clients to investigate, develop, and prosecute cases. Associates participate in the full range of tasks involved in complex litigation, including factual investigation, legal research, discovery, briefing, witness preparation, and oral advocacy. Typically, an associate attorney’s case load will include both cases for which he or she has primary responsibility under the supervision of a staff attorney, and cases on which he or she works in a supporting role with staff attorneys.

The associate program is designed to help young attorneys develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. Many associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice or with other conservation organizations.

Associate Position at Earth Justice in D.C.

http://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/13490/associate-attorney

Earthjustice is now accepting applications for an associate attorney position in its Washington, D.C. office. We seek an attorney with two to five years of experience to work on a variety of environmental litigation projects.

Earthjustice’s Washington, D.C. office serves both as a regional office for issues arising in mid-Atlantic states, and as a center for litigation on important national environmental issues. The Washington office’s docket currently includes litigation to promote reductions in greenhouse gas emissions; protect public health and the environment from air pollution; prevent degradation of streams, wetlands, drinking water supplies, and other waters; compel the federal government to improve its management and protection of our ocean resources; and challenge the practice of mountaintop removal mining in the Appalachians.

Associates participate in a full range of tasks that include attending client and expert meetings; conducting factual investigation, legal research, and discovery; preparing briefs; advising clients; and engaging in oral advocacy. In addition, associates handle screening of potential new cases.

Qualifications for the position include a demonstrated commitment to environmental protection, excellent research skills, a solid academic record, and a strong work ethic. Significant knowledge of environmental and administrative law will be a definite plus. We also value initiative, creative thinking, and the ability to work collegially with others. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and admitted (or eligible for admission) to the D.C. bar. Earthjustice offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits plan.