Senior Manager, Public & Governmental Affairs, US - Mondelēz International

Mondelēz International is looking for a purpose-driven Public and Government Affairs professional to join their North American Corporate & Government Affairs (CGA) team as they focus on empowering people to snack right. This individual will have responsibility for supporting the Clif Bar business and brand, sitting as part of the NA CGA team within Mondelēz International.

As Senior Manager, PGA, U.S., you will have primary responsibility for supporting the PGA agenda for the Clif Bar business and brand, including advocacy and advancement of the legislative and policy-related agenda affecting the Clif reputation and business objectives with key stakeholders, including government officials, non-governmental organizations, trade associations, customers and consumers. A passion for government policy, advocacy and relationship building, as well as a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory landscape affecting the consumer-packaged goods industry, are critical success factors for this position.

For more information, visit: https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/mdlz/External/job/Washington-District-of-Columbia-United-States/Senior-Manager--Public---Government-Affairs--US_R-75839-1

Public Policy Team - Nutrition, Food Safety, and Food Systems, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is seeking a new team member to join its Public Policy team who is passionate about American agriculture and the policies that affect the agricultural industry. This position will have the opportunity to travel across the U.S. for meetings and conferences with the possibility of international travel. The candidate will be able to build relationships and collaborate with leaders from state departments of agriculture from all 50 states and four U.S. territories, government entities, and major agricultural corporations. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply towards any of the following levels: 

• Director of Public Policy (6+ years of experience) 
• Associate Director, Public Policy (4+ years of experience) 
• Manager, Public Policy (2+ years of experience) 
• Coordinator, Public Policy (entry-level)

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3502003090/?alternateChannel=search&refId=qZmh%2FpGx3zeI0E6Q1y7jlQ%3D%3D&trackingId=eLA3928hDfn%2F9mkDavY%2Bfg%3D%3D

US Policy Director, Food and Agriculture - The Breakthrough Institute

The Breakthrough Institute (BTI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that seeks innovative solutions to environmental and human development challenges in pursuit of a secure, healthier, and more prosperous future. Breakthrough Institute is seeking a US Policy Director of Food and Agriculture to join their growing team. The Food and Agriculture program researches and advocates for ways to raise agricultural productivity and reduce the food system’s carbon footprint while mitigating other environmental impacts. You will be in charge of developing and advocating for the Food and Agriculture program’s US policy priorities and positions. You will also participate in setting a research agenda, promoting research and analysis, and representing BTI to various stakeholders in Washington, DC and around the country.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3514674140/?alternateChannel=search&refId=qZmh%2FpGx3zeI0E6Q1y7jlQ%3D%3D&trackingId=j69pUOyPOgwiD437qnjqyA%3D%3D

Corporate Attorney, Kemin Industries

Kemin Industries is a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services. The company supplies over 500 specialty ingredients for human health, food safety and protection of the global food supply chain. Kemin ingredients offer solutions across various industries including animal health, nutraceuticals, pet food, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, aquaculture and animal vaccines. 

Kemin Industries is seeking a Corporate Attorney! This position will have a background in the legal and life science areas to support the corporate law, intellectual property and regulatory requirements of Kemin Industries and its various business units globally. Their work will include mixed legal and business duties and projects including, but not limited to, assisting in corporate legal matters, advise and prepare product registration notices, filings and maintenance, global regulatory dossier creation and support for human and animal ingredient approval and registration.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3523468804/?alternateChannel=search&refId=9H2C8WeumaCTQOY5QptZTQ%3D%3D&trackingId=C6xqB1v1szaJjtPGjxMolw%3D%3D

Corporate Counsel - Corporate & Securities, MPG Ingredients

MGP is a leading U.S. supplier of premium distilled spirits and the largest producer of specialty wheat proteins and starches. The company’s distilled spirits include gins, vodkas, and bourbon and rye whiskeys that are carefully crafted through a combination of art and science and backed by over 150 years of experience.

The Corporate Counsel - Corporate & Securities will provide sophisticated legal support focusing on securities law, SEC and NASDAQ reporting and compliance, executive compensation, and corporate governance matters, and also will support the legal team in other areas, including transactions and commercial contracting matters.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3532026386/?alternateChannel=search&refId=9H2C8WeumaCTQOY5QptZTQ%3D%3D&trackingId=TbhK5FajwTOsuERggPAacA%3D%3D

USDA Climate Change Fellows Program

USDA is seeking qualified applicants for inclusion in the USDA Climate Change Fellows Program (CCFP).  Climate change presents real threats to U.S. agricultural production, forest resources, and rural economies. Producers and land managers across the country are experiencing climate impacts on their operations through shifting weather patterns and increasingly frequent and severe storms, floods, drought, and wildfire.  The American agriculture and forest sectors have incredible potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, sequester carbon, generate renewable energy and deliver lasting solutions to the climate crisis. Through research, conservation practices and partnerships, USDA aims to find solutions to agricultural challenges, enhance economic growth and create new streams of income for farmers, ranchers, producers and private foresters. Successfully meeting these challenges will require USDA to staff a diverse set of employees with the expertise to implement USDA’s climate change strategy.

USDA’s Climate Change Fellows Program (CCFP) allows USDA to hire Climate Change Fellows through a time-limited appointment in the Excepted Service under “Schedule A” hiring authority, as specified in 5 CFR 213.3102(r). Initial appointments for candidates may be for up to a 2-year period.  Additional 1-year extensions may be made; however, the appointment cannot exceed a total of 4-years.  The initial periods for specific CCFP appointments will be determined based on expected duration of projects, exposure to diverse program areas, the nature of a developmental assignment, and/or the duration of assignments that meet workforce planning objectives.

For more information, visit: https://www.usda.gov/oce/energy-and-environment/climate-change-fellows-program

Regulatory Counsel, FDA

This position is located in the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Office of Dietary Supplement Programs which ensures the safety and truthful labeling of dietary supplements. ODSP also provides technical and policy support to FDA legislative, compliance, enforcement and public affairs initiatives related to dietary supplement oversight.

For more information, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/712187300

Government Affairs Manager, General Mills

General Mills is seeking a talented Government Affairs Manager to manage and execute legislative and policy strategy, engage with public officials and other stakeholders to advance the company strategy. This role will include a blend of U.S. federal and state affairs.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3496041991/?alternateChannel=search&refId=LhaPnB%2Bm7pmsmysZHaLi3Q%3D%3D&trackingId=iQbga5nqw2Wh5h%2F%2BOwGfkg%3D%3D

Head of Regulation, Food Safety and Compliance

Prolific Machines is an innovative startup biotech on a mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable agriculture. Prolific Machines is looking for a mission driven individual to lead their regulatory, compliance and food safety initiatives. The successful candidate will have experience in developing and implementing food safety and quality strategies and be comfortable interacting both with all parts of the internal organization (from cell biology, tissue engineering, media development, bioprocess engineering, through to product development), as well as, external regulatory bodies. 

The successful candidate will be comfortable drafting the required documents for regulatory submission as well as ensuring food safety and compliance with all relevant food safety regulations, standards and quality guidelines. Whilst initially the candidate will be responsible for working independently, they are looking to hire an individual who can scale and manage a team of food safety specialists as they scale the process and transition towards production.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3488358162/?alternateChannel=search&refId=FYqm1i85ffXJwIca26OCdw%3D%3D&trackingId=RC5iLf226%2FQDby7rUsVtrQ%3D%3D

Associate General Counsel, Bowery Farming

At Bowery, they are making wildly delicious food more accessible to everyone. Driven by their proprietary end-to-end technology, their farms are transforming the entire fresh food supply chain to be simpler, safer, and vastly more sustainable. They have 5 farms in operation (including state-of-the-art R&D and innovation farms) and just getting started. Backed by tech and agriculture industry leaders with $647M in equity and debt capital, their products are sold in over 1,400 locations.

Seeking an Associate General Counsel to join their growing legal team. You’ll join Bowery Farming at a critical point in their growth trajectory and will make a significant impact at a rapidly growing startup producing food for a better future. You will interface with members of the company’s executive and business teams to manage, negotiate and execute on a broad range of corporate and commercial initiatives and the organization’s day-to-day operational needs and strategic priorities.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=3277130174&keywords=food%20legal%20jobs

Counsel, Food Law and Regulatory - Conagra Foods

Reporting to the Vice President, Chief Counsel – Marketing & IP, and Government Affairs, the Counsel – Food Law and Regulatory will provide legal support for food law and other regulatory-related matters on an enterprise-wide basis. You will counsel business and other cross-functional partners on a wide variety of food law-related regulatory compliance activities. You will engage with external expert counsel and provide support as needed to colleagues on marketing-related activities and labeling-related litigation and industry challenges.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3526299149/?alternateChannel=search&refId=zVZJ59grc8ojanQ6lsWcVA%3D%3D&trackingId=x2CAQG8yRYysIwV1OmIJvw%3D%3D

Litigation Fellow Focused on Animal Agriculture and Climate Change, Yale Law School

The Law, Ethics, and Animals Program (LEAP) at Yale Law School invites applications for a Litigation Fellow to join the Climate Change & Animal Agriculture Litigation Initiative (CCAALI) within the Climate, Animal, Food, and Environment Law & Policy Lab (CAFE Lab). CCAALI, which launched in October 2021, is focused on evaluating the likelihood and potential impact of litigation in the United States based on animal agriculture’s contributions to climate change. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge research initiative, engaging with varied areas of law including animal law, climate law, environmental law, and environmental justice. The Litigation Fellow will receive a one-year appointment beginning in September 2023, renewable for an additional year by mutual agreement.

For more information, visit: https://law.yale.edu/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/ccaali_litigation_fellow_job_description_27-feb-2023.pdf 

Manager II, Specialty Compliance and Ethics - WIC/SNAP Compliance, Walmart

At Walmart, providing and improving access to affordable nutritious food is central to Walmart's core business. A critical component of this is ensuring Walmart offers products under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). As a Manager II on the WIC/SNAP Compliance team, you will have responsibility for executing and maintaining programs designed to ensure compliance with WIC and SNAP requirements for products sold by Walmart and Sam's Club.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3499919302/?alternateChannel=search&refId=m0wvN2ZcoTj17XJ5GfkSzw%3D%3D&trackingId=e%2Fwu8Jzb5pwBzz8lYemUMw%3D%3D

Director Regulatory Compliance, Tyson Foods

This position provides technical support for crisis response; interfaces with legal counsel both internal and external as well as with government officials as the need arises; receives and interprets government issuances in terms of Tyson impact; distributes these interpretations to affected parties; interfaces with the business units to facilitate thorough understanding of Tyson’s rigorous food safety standards; and provides materials and tools for effective food safety systems. This position provides guidance and support for audit preparation implementation and dispute resolution when necessary.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3477571055/?alternateChannel=search&refId=Q%2B%2Ftg%2FrH2leJWNlgYFNAwA%3D%3D&trackingId=08mW4esQ1Tm7TGFKnIZlhg%3D%3D

Staff Attorney, Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initative, University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas Staff Attorney is a member of the School of Law IFAI team. The position is responsible for collaborative development, execution and maintenance of a regulatory portfolio and tribal governance/tribal economic development strategy for the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative located within the University of Arkansas School of Law. The Staff Attorney will work directly with tribal governments on matters of governance and economic development, tribal colleges, intertribal organizations, and federal government agencies as well as the partners to the Initiative in the execution of Initiative programs. The position reports to and is evaluated by the Director of the Initiative and works in collaboration with colleagues throughout the campus. The Staff Attorney is also responsible for research, resource material drafting and development, and educational outreach for targeted stakeholder groups pursuant to grant related deliverables. This position may be required to travel long distances by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI for various events.

For more information, visit: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Staff-Attorney_R0032627?utm_source=Northwest+Arkansas+job+board&utm_medium=getro.com&gh_src=Northwest+Arkansas+job+board

Senior Counsel, Renewable Energy - Walmart

Join the Energy Legal Team within Walmart US as a Senior Counsel. In this role, you will partner with the business to lead negotiations, drafting and critical review of a variety of commercial legal agreements for projects and deals that support Walmart’s energy use in regulated and deregulated markets and help the company meet its renewable energy goals, including Power Purchase Agreements, Supplier Agreements, Engineering, Procurement & Construction Agreements, Electric Vehicle Charging Station License and Lease agreements, Capital Lease Agreements, Demand Response Agreements, and agreements related to Walmart’s role as tax equity investor or as a partner in the joint development of renewable projects. In fulfilling your duties, you will partner cross-functionally with key business and legal stakeholders within the company and manage outside counsel and consultants. 

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3464594897/?alternateChannel=search&refId=bChjYkg2AxzzOLTn3GaPaQ%3D%3D&trackingId=lDTc0MdUP78sU0h90H7KWg%3D%3D 

Lead Counsel I, Labor and Employment - Walmart

Responsibilities include: 

• Support the business in U.S. traditional labor law, including providing labor and employment law guidance to business partners in various areas of the U.S. business
• Developing strategies to respond to client's labor law issues and counseling clients regarding legal compliance
• Identifying the need for and directing training
• Develops and fosters relationships as business partners with client by understanding the business goals and objectives, providing business related input
• Providing legal advice to the company by providing clients with an informed understanding of the client's legal rights, obligations, and risks to allow the client to make informed decisions
• Identifying the need for and overseeing outside legal support for business transactions and projects
• Leveraging technology to streamline processes, communication, and workflows

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3296593232/?alternateChannel=search&refId=LwfD%2FqcC3%2BASmM3UF6YEVg%3D%3D&trackingId=Tuo%2B%2FLHHlgHmg9dJX4Yfgw%3D%3D

Legal Project Manager, Vermont Land Trust

Vermont Land Trust unites land and lives for the benefit of people and the place we share. They protect farms, forests, and community places. Seeking a legal support professional with a passion for land conservation and protecting this home we share.

The new Legal Project Manager will bring 1 to 3 years of legal experience, familiarity with real estate, and collaborative problem-solving skills to a fast-paced organization. Core areas of responsibility include:

• Supporting our legal services team by managing all land transactions
• Working collaboratively and independently, with keen attention to detail
• Managing many priorities at once, and communicating effectively within, and across, teams

For more information, visit: https://environmentaljobs.com/job/legal-project-manager/

Staff Attorney, Emmett Environmental Law & Policy Clinic

The Emmett Environmental Law & Policy Clinic at Harvard Law School is inviting applications for a full-time Staff Attorney.

The Clinic works with scientists, medical professionals, nonprofit and public interest organizations, and state, municipal, and tribal government clients on environmental and energy issues at the federal, state, and local level. The work includes writing comments and briefs about federal and state regulations, drafting climate change mitigation and adaptation regulations and policies for municipalities, preparing guidance documents and manuals for non-lawyers, drafting model legislation, and preparing policy papers.

For more information, visit: https://environmentaljobs.com/job/staff-attorney-emmett-environmental-law-policy-clinic/ 

Staff Attorney for Native Nation Partnerships, Midwest Environmental Advocates

Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) is hiring a Staff Attorney for Native Nation Partnerships to focus on providing legal support to Native nations and other Indigenous partners.

MEA is a nonprofit law center that combines the power of law with the resolve of communities facing environmental injustice to secure and protect the rights of all people to healthy water, land and air. We provide legal services to communities with environmental concerns and seek to build their power.

MEA has stood alongside and provided legal representation to Native nations to help them achieve their goals. This is a new position that will continue that history by providing legal resources and services that support recognition of Native nation environmental sovereignty and self-determination.

The attorney will work on a variety of issues such as: oil pipelines, energy infrastructure, mining and other extractive industries; Clean Water Act implementation and Treatment as a State matters; wild rice stewardship and management; hydroelectric generation; and climate resilience and adaptation.

For more information, visit: https://environmentaljobs.com/job/staff-attorney-3/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=environmental-job-alert-bulletin-010423

Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Hill's Pet Nutrition

Work independently and collaboratively in research activities, prepare regulatory and registry documentation and ensure compliance with all regulations and statutes during the development, manufacture, and sale of Hill’s Pet Nutrition products. Develop strong regulatory understanding to provide expertise and advise on regulatory requirements, processes and activities for the governance of pet food. Support regulatory related activities, including but not limited to: regulatory intelligence gathering, international and domestic regulatory submissions, ingredients, labeling, claims, import/export processes & review process for packaging, marketing materials, digital information and product life-cycle activities.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3410222593/?alternateChannel=search&refId=MoM9esY0ugQyv7JMQZhLmw%3D%3D&trackingId=q%2F6RQSvXE701nh1iw96raA%3D%3D

Associate Attorney, Washington DC Regional - Earthjustice

Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. Earthjustice is now accepting applications for Associate Attorneys to join its Washington, D.C., office. This office serves both as a center for litigation on important national environmental issues and as a regional office for issues arising in the Mid-Atlantic states. The current docket includes litigation and advocatory to: curb climate change pollution; protect public health and the environment from air pollution, including in frontline and disproportionately impacted communities; ensure safe drinking water, clean rivers, and equal access to sanitation; protect people from the dangers of hazardous wastes and toxic chemicals; and secure strong energy efficiency standards for the nation. 

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3443694524/?alternateChannel=search&refId=cgMN5Jk5eExjWQHKt7SY1g%3D%3D&trackingId=V29u8dCZGRG4KYiCWtG8Qw%3D%3D

Associate Corporate Attorney - Contract Law, Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $11 billion in annual revenues across 75 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Columbus®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label® and more than 30 other beloved brands. 

As a corporate attorney with Hormel Foods, you will accept challenging responsibilities in several areas of corporate law. Some of these areas may include: general contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate finance.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3485524279/?alternateChannel=search&refId=ollpnaj%2BcXrVw9G8NEhxpA%3D%3D&trackingId=EDMZfDcCW%2B1tmCfscxrX7w%3D%3D

Corporate Counsel, Keurig Dr. Pepper

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is seeking a bright, energetic, business-minded attorney with extensive experience in mergers/acquisitions, strategic investments, corporate governance, and commercial transactions.This is a unique opportunity to work closely with KDP senior legal leadership and have visibility to the executive leadership team and a wide variety of enterprise-level work.

This position reports directly to the AGC over corporate transactions, securities, Board governance and finance, and will work closely with various legal department members, senior strategy and business development leaders, and outside counsel. The position will be based in the company’s corporate headquarters in Frisco, Texas.

For more information, visit: https://www.goinhouse.com/jobs/198199044-corporate-counsel-at-keurig-dr-pepper?job_alert_modal=false