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Consider joining us in the LL.M. Program in Agricultural and Food Law at the University of Arkansas School of Law. Our students attend either full- or part-time, on-campus or by distance. Many are experienced professionals. We provide an excellent value and an exceptional opportunity. Vist our website at law.uark.edu/llm or email us at LLM@uark.edu.

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Bachoco USA – Corporate Counsel (Fort Smith, AR)

Bachoco USA seeks a Corporate Counsel to provide legal support across a broad range of commercial and corporate matters for its North American operations. This role advises internal teams on contracts, compliance, governance, and risk management while supporting business transactions, litigation matters, and plant operations.

You will review and negotiate contracts with purchasing, sales, IT, and other business units, manage outside counsel, develop and update company policies, support internal investigations, and deliver legal training. The role also includes maintaining contract systems, monitoring legal developments, and proactively identifying risks affecting the business.

Ideal candidates hold a JD with admission to a U.S. state bar and one to three years of experience in a law firm, corporate, or government setting. Strong contract drafting, research, and communication skills are required, with Spanish fluency preferred. This is a corporate, business-facing role suited for early-career attorneys seeking broad in-house experience.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Oxfam America – Policy Advisor, Natural Resource Justice (Washington, DC or Remote)

Oxfam America seeks a Policy Advisor to support its Natural Resource Justice Global Program, focused on advancing human rights, transparency, and accountability in the oil, gas, and mining sectors. This role supports global advocacy efforts addressing inequality, corruption, and environmental harm linked to extractive industries, with close collaboration across Oxfam teams and country programs in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

You will help design and implement advocacy strategies targeting the U.S. government, corporations, investors, and international financial institutions. The role includes policy and political analysis, support for country led campaigns, research coordination, donor reporting, and contribution to monitoring, learning, and evaluation efforts. You will also represent Oxfam in external meetings and conferences and support program coordination and grant management.

Ideal candidates bring three to five years of experience in policy, advocacy, or campaigns, strong writing and research skills, and subject matter familiarity with extractive industries, human rights, or global inequality. A bachelor’s degree is required, with an advanced degree and French or Spanish skills preferred.

Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 annually.

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Ag & Business Legal Strategies – Senior Associate (Cedar Rapids, IA)

Ag & Business Legal Strategies is an entrepreneurial boutique law firm seeking a Senior Associate to support its growing practice focused on debt restructuring, bankruptcy, and tax strategy for farmers and closely held businesses. This role works closely with firm leadership to deliver high level, client focused legal solutions for distressed agricultural and business clients nationwide.

You will represent clients in complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters, including Chapter 11 and Chapter 12 cases, negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings. The role includes advising clients on realistic goals, supervising staff, conducting initial client consultations, and helping design comprehensive legal, financial, and tax strategies. The firm values lawyers who thrive in fast paced environments, collaborate closely with colleagues, and pursue excellence in advocacy.

Ideal candidates bring deep experience in bankruptcy and debt restructuring, including confirmation of at least five Chapter 11 or Chapter 12 plans or equivalent creditor side work, along with strong knowledge of income tax and familiarity with the agricultural sector. A JD and licensure in Iowa, or eligibility for prompt licensure, are required. Illinois licensed attorneys are encouraged to apply.

This is a full time, in person role based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Compensation is up to $175,000 annually.

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Consumer Federation of America – Director of Competition and Market Fairness (Washington, DC)

The Consumer Federation of America seeks a Director of Competition and Market Fairness to lead national advocacy, research, and education efforts focused on promoting competitive markets and protecting consumers from unfair, deceptive, or anticompetitive practices. This role shapes policy at the intersection of competition, consumer protection, and market oversight, with a strong focus on impacts to low and moderate income consumers.

You will advocate before Congress, federal and state regulators, and attorneys general, serve as a public spokesperson on competition and market fairness issues, and lead CFA’s work with the Federal Trade Commission on unfair and deceptive acts and practices. The role includes developing and overseeing research, drafting regulatory comments and legislative materials, building coalitions, engaging with industry, and supporting consumer education initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring an advanced degree and ten or more years of experience in competition or consumer protection policy, strong legislative and regulatory advocacy skills, and experience working in nonprofit or advocacy settings. This is a full time, hybrid position with a salary range of $120,000 to $140,000.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to kmccann@consumerfed.org.

Monday, January 26, 2026

Mercy For Animals – Senior Policy Specialist, US Government Affairs and Public Policy (Remote, United States)

Mercy For Animals seeks a Senior Policy Specialist to support its US Government Affairs and Public Policy team in advancing legislation and policy aimed at reducing and ending the use of animals in the food system. This role combines policy research, drafting, lobbying support, and legislative tracking in a mission driven advocacy organization focused on building a just and sustainable food system.

You will research and analyze state and local legislation, draft persuasive policy materials including letters, fact sheets, op eds, and testimony, and help advance policy initiatives through coalition building and bipartisan relationship development. The role also involves bill tracking, internal coordination, and monitoring political developments relevant to animal agriculture and food policy.

Ideal candidates bring at least one year of government affairs or public policy experience, strong research and writing skills, familiarity with state and municipal legislative processes, and a clear commitment to animal protection and intersectional policy work. This is a full time, remote role with limited travel, offering a salary range of $63,000 to $65,000.

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Saturday, January 24, 2026

CAVA – Director, Senior Corporate Counsel, Food, Sustainability and Marketing

CAVA seeks a Director, Senior Corporate Counsel to support its fast growing Mediterranean restaurant brand across food innovation, sustainability, marketing, and supply chain operations. Reporting to the VP and Senior Associate Chief Legal Officer, this role serves as a key legal partner to culinary, food safety, sustainability, marketing, operations, and CPG teams.

You will advise on food and menu related regulations, review and negotiate supplier and packaging agreements, manage cross functional compliance projects, and review marketing and claims across all channels. The role blends regulatory analysis, contract drafting, and strategic counseling in a high growth, mission driven environment.

Ideal candidates hold a JD with an active U.S. license and bring 7 or more years of law firm or in house experience, with exposure to food law, sustainability, nutrition, marketing, or supply chain issues. This is a full time role offering competitive pay, bonus and long term incentives, unlimited PTO, comprehensive benefits, and minimal travel.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

National Audubon Society – Senior Manager, Policy (Seattle, WA)

The National Audubon Society seeks a Senior Manager, Policy to lead state and federal policy efforts advancing bird conservation and climate priorities in Washington State. Reporting to Audubon’s Vice President, Washington, this role shapes and executes policy strategies focused on clean energy and climate policy, conservation funding, habitat protection, and working and public lands.

In this position, you will develop and implement Audubon’s Washington policy agenda, build bipartisan relationships with elected officials, Tribal governments, agencies, and coalitions, and serve as a primary advocate and spokesperson for Audubon’s conservation priorities. You will collaborate closely with state and national teams, expand grassroots advocacy capacity, and support fundraising and partnership efforts tied to policy campaigns.

Ideal candidates bring 7 or more years of experience in public policy, government relations, or conservation advocacy, strong knowledge of Washington’s political landscape, and a proven ability to build coalitions and influence policy outcomes. This is a full time role based in Seattle. Compensation ranges from $115,000 to $129,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits.

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Inspire Brands – Manager, Regulatory Compliance and Nutrition (Atlanta, GA)

Inspire Brands is seeking a Manager of Regulatory Compliance and Nutrition to support its portfolio of global restaurant brands, including Dunkin’, Arby’s, SONIC, and others. This role sits within the Atlanta based Global Support Center and partners closely with R&D, marketing, digital, and operations teams to ensure accurate, compliant, and consumer focused nutrition and regulatory information across menus, packaging, advertising, and digital platforms.

In this position, you will manage nutrition and ingredient documentation systems, oversee labeling and claims compliance, monitor federal and local regulations, and track industry and consumer trends related to nutrition and wellness. You will review advertising and menu materials, maintain nutrition data across brand websites and apps, and provide strategic guidance during product development and menu optimization. The role also supports project management efforts and may supervise up to two direct reports.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field, 5 or more years of experience in nutrition and regulatory affairs within the food industry, and strong working knowledge of FDA regulations, nutrition labeling, and tools such as ESHA Genesis.

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