Senior Counsel, Securities - Tyson Foods

The law department of Tyson Foods is seeking a candidate with public securities and SEC regulatory experience.  This position is responsible for providing legal support related to SEC regulatory matters, including public disclosure, quarterly and annual reporting, shareholder meetings and related matters, and proxy filings.  This position will also play a key role in corporate governance matters, including legal advice and support related to managing corporate entities throughout the world. Duties include but not limited to: taking a leading role, in partnership with other law department and enterprise colleagues, in ensuring the company meets all of its legal responsibilities concerning SEC and related regulatory requirements.  Coordinating, with the assistance of other enterprise functions, all required public disclosures and reporting. Advising on corporate governance matters, including Board and Board Committee obligations. Assisting in responding to any shareholder demands, initiatives, or other actions.  Frequent collaboration with various supporting functions necessary for effective SEC and related compliance. 

For more information: https://tysonfoods.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TSN/job/Tyson-on-Thompson---Springdale-Arkansas/Senior-Counsel--Securities_R0248839

Associate General Counsel - USDA

Responsible for the management and supervision of the Marketing, Regulatory and Food Safety Programs Division which provides a full range of legal services to various USDA agencies.This position is designed as a SES, Career-Reserved. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level two with a salary range of $181,001 to $192,900 per year. 

For more information, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/726351300

Senior Positions at USDA OGC

The USDA just announced two senior positions in the Office of General Counsel (OGC) - both working in the Marketing and Regulatory Programs area. This space includes AMS, FSIS, APHIS, NOP and a wide variety of other critical programs. These positions present tremendous opportunities for attorneys with significant agricultural policy experience.  Your LL.M. degree can be an important asset.  Interested attorneys should refer to USAJOBS at the links below. 

• The SES Associate General Counsel in Washington D.C. will be published on 5/22/2023 through 06/23/2023. The announcement can be accessed by clicking this link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/726351300
• The SES Assistant General Counsel in Washington D.C. will be published on 5/22/2023 through 06/23/2023. The announcement can be accessed by clicking this link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/726350200

 

 

Associate Director of FSQA, Tyson Foods

The position provides leadership and guidance to Tyson Fresh Meats Corporate and plants regarding regulatory policy. This includes USDA and FDA policy with focus being food safety, regulatory compliance and export requirement adherence. This position works cross functionally within facilities and across Tyson Foods. Work on additional projects as assigned to include but not limited to research and development, validation, scientific and technical support, internal and external auditing, and training efforts.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3602404341/?alternateChannel=search&refId=dYOJIg2NpZfvyviwgiNUyQ%3D%3D&trackingId=K1hW%2BYJxuTcsWTfpu7CJgw%3D%3D

Director of Development, Black Farmer's United - New York State

Black Farmers United - New York State (“BFU-NYS”) is a newly established coalition of over 100 Black farmers, educators, and food justice advocates from across New York State. BFU-NYS’ mission is to advocate for, unify, amplify, and create pathways to ownership for NYS Black farmers through education, policy development, networking, and mutual aid. As a collective, BFU-NYS centers Black farmers, builds collective power, cultivates love and liberation, advances equity, and fosters transparency. Black farmers hold the power to radically change how black communities control access to safe, healthy food, and build collective wealth and health in New York State.

BFU-NYS seeks an experienced, self-starter to serve as part of its founding co-directorship team, as Co-Director, Development Lead. In an organization that desires to organize itself non-hierarchically, three co-directors will provide needed guidance to staff and members, facilitate critical conversations, work closely with the board, and ensure egalitarian decision-making whenever possible. In a non-hierarchical structure, the authority to make decisions is spread across a flat organization. Decentralization gives employees a higher level of responsibility and accountability for their work, as well as bigger stakes in outcomes. 

The Co-Director, Development Lead (Development Director) will create successful practices to raise the financial support necessary for the operation of BFU-NYS. This position serves as the primary fundraiser responsible for securing and maintaining an annual organizational budget of at least $750,000.

For more information, visit: https://ats.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a24bsex3zqck 

Director of Policy, Land, Carbon 180

Carbon180 is seeking a director of policy to lead our growing land based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) work around soil carbon storage in agriculture, forestry, and other approaches. Candidates need 8+ years of experience in federal policy, including experience in government and non governmental organizations working on land (agriculture, forestry, etc.) and/or climate policy.

For more information visit: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b9362d89d5abb8c51d474f8/t/645a5debb35b3b49715f33ca/1683643883507/C180+JD+-+Director+of+Policy%2C+Land.pdf 

Staff Attorney, Environmental Integrity Project

The Environmental Integrity Project (EIP) is accepting applications for a Staff Attorney to join our team working to hold industrial polluters accountable for compliance with the Clean Water Act and other environmental laws. For more information visit: https://environmentalintegrity.org/who-we-are/job-opportunities/. 

Open Policy Positions, Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA

RAFI-USA is looking for a Farm Advocacy Program Specialist to manage financial crisis casework with farmers and assist with the data management side of casework, along with some policy work. Located in North Carolina, or possibly remote, this is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary of $51,750 - $62,858 (depending on experience) based on 40 hours/week. To apply, visit: https://rafiusa.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0xmjv. 

RAFI- USDA is also hiring for a Climate and Equity Policy Lead. This position will lead on this issue portfolio as well as provide communications/writing acumen and capacity to RAFI's policy work more generally. To apply visit: https://www.rafiusa.org/blog/climate-and-equity-policy-lead/. 

Senior Privacy and Data Security Counsel - The Nature Conservatory

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, TNC develops innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Their work is guided by their values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. 

Reporting to an Associate General Counsel, the Privacy and Data Security Senior Counsel will be responsible for developing, implementing, and executing the compliance program for privacy and data security for the organization to meet global privacy regulations. The Privacy and Data Security Senior Counsel provides legal advice and direction on very complex matters related to privacy and data security. They will apply highly developed analytical and risk management skills to serve organizational needs efficiently and effectively. They must clearly articulate complex legal concepts and options to project managers, high-level managers, and the Board of Directors. Additionally, the Privacy and Data Security Senior Counsel ensures that transactions and activities are legally sound and consistent with the Conservancy’s mission, authority, policies, and procedures. The Privacy and Data Security Senior Counsel also directs the day-to-day operations of the global privacy program, including program objectives, policies, procedures, training, and communication. The Privacy and Data Security Senior Counsel will serve as an organizational resource for information and guidance on privacy and the protection of personal data and will leverage constructive and effective relationships with a wide variety of staff, including senior management.

For more information, visit: https://www.goinhouse.com/jobs/215200426-sr-privacy-and-data-security-counsel-at-the-nature-conservancy?job_alert_modal=false

General Counsel - The Farmer's Dog

The Farmers Dog was born from a mission to change the landscape of pet health, providing dogs and their humans with honest, smart, and simple care -- a fresh proposition in an industry riddled with manipulative and misleading marketing. 

The Farmers Dog is seeking its first General Counsel to help rapidly scale the organization. They are looking for a dynamic thoughtful leader to help the company navigate the many legal and strategic opportunities and challenges as the business grows. The General Counsel will report to the CEO and advise the Board and executive leadership in driving strategic matters while carrying out the company's mission. You will lead the legal function as it partners with the business to address all legal matters, which may include contracts, IP, employment law, regulatory, governance, risk management, financing and other matters as they arise.

For more information, visit: https://www.goinhouse.com/jobs/216646438-general-counsel-at-the-farmer-s-dog?job_alert_modal=false

Staff Attorney at Mercy for Animals

Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. They envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free.

As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, they believe that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about this mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, apply!

Currently seek a staff attorney to join our legal affairs team. In this role you will provide legal support to all departments, with a particular focus on Mercy For Animals’ global and U.S. corporate engagement and campaigns teams.

For more information, visit: https://boards.greenhouse.io/mercyforanimals/jobs/4951485

Corporate Counsel, Clemons Food Group

Clemons Food Group is a sixth-generation family-owned business founded in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. Committed to animal care, they are a pork supplier led by their core values of Ethics, Integrity, and Stewardship. 

As Corporate Counsel you will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for providing timely and thoughtful guidance, direction, and assistance in a wide variety of legal matters to various internal business units. You anticipate needs and coordinate solutions for day to day issues and requests.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/corporate-counsel-at-clemens-food-group-3499268457/?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Counsel, Blue Buffalo - General Mills

General Mills seeks an attorney to support its Pet Segment, responsible for the Blue Buffalo pet food brand. Blue Buffalo exists to love, feed, and treat our pets like family, and we are the leader in premium quality, all-natural pet nutrition. Since General Mills acquired the brand in 2018, we have delivered double and triple-digit annual growth, and we are a critical driver of General Mills growth journey!  This attorney will help lead this exciting, fast-growing brand, advising on all areas of commercial law, with a particular focus on marketing, sales, antitrust, and pet food regulatory matters.

For more information, visit: https://careers.generalmills.com/careers/jobs/21180?lang=en-us&utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Corporate Counsel, TreeHouse Foods

TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of production facilities across the United States and Canada. The Corporate Counsel, Contracts/M&A will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a variety of agreements partnering with procurement, sales, M&A, and other internal functions. 

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/corporate-counsel-at-treehouse-foods-3549357714/?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Public Policy Team - 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.

For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3531077920/