Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani — Food and Agriculture Litigation Attorney (Little Rock, AR)

 Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is seeking attorneys for its Little Rock office to join its trial team handling food and agriculture litigation. This role focuses on defending clients in the food and agriculture sector in complex, nationwide litigation matters. Attorneys will work on a range of cases involving regulatory and litigation issues affecting the industry, with opportunities for client interaction and courtroom experience, including hearings, depositions, and trials.

Candidates must have at least three years of experience in food and agriculture litigation or regulatory practice and be licensed in Arkansas. Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and manage assignments with minimal supervision. Experience with motions and discovery is preferred. The firm offers a collaborative environment, mentorship opportunities, and a full benefits package.

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International Dairy Foods Association — Director, State Government Relations (Washington, DC)

The International Dairy Foods Association is seeking a Director of State Government Relations to lead state level advocacy for the U.S. dairy processing and manufacturing industry. Based in Washington, DC, this role develops and executes legislative strategies across multiple states, working directly with state legislators, governors’ offices, regulatory agencies, and industry partners to advance IDFA’s policy priorities. The position focuses on key issues such as labeling, food additives, sustainability, packaging, feeding programs, transportation, and broader food and agriculture regulation.

Responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing state legislation, coordinating multi-state advocacy campaigns, managing contract lobbyists, building coalitions, and mobilizing grassroots engagement among members and stakeholders. The Director will also develop policy materials, provide strategic political insights, and collaborate closely with internal government relations, regulatory, and communications teams to ensure aligned advocacy efforts. The role requires strong relationship building with policymakers and the ability to translate complex policy developments into clear guidance for industry stakeholders.

Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in state government affairs or public policy, with a strong understanding of state legislative processes and experience managing multi-state advocacy efforts. Background in food, agriculture, or consumer products policy is preferred. This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC, with approximately 30 percent travel. Competitive compensation and full benefits are offered.

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to Jobs@IDFA.org.

National Food Manufacturer — Associate General Counsel (Sarasota, FL)

A national food manufacturer is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its legal team and support regulatory compliance and operational legal matters. This role reports directly to the General Counsel and works closely with senior leadership, including the Chief Food Safety Officer, as the company expands its food safety and compliance infrastructure. The position focuses on advising the business on USDA and FDA regulatory requirements while supporting broader in-house legal functions across manufacturing operations.

The Associate General Counsel will handle federal regulatory matters, including USDA inspections, compliance reports, labeling requirements, and plant-level regulatory issues. The role involves regular interaction with federal and state agencies and ensuring compliance with industry and supply chain standards. In addition to regulatory work, the attorney will manage commercial contracts, distribution agreements, real estate matters, compliance and risk management initiatives, oversight of litigation and outside counsel, and internal policy development and training. The legal team is lean, offering direct exposure to business decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Candidates should have 5 to 10 or more years of experience in food regulatory and compliance matters, with strong familiarity with USDA and FDA frameworks in a food manufacturing context. Experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency is preferred. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with operational teams while maintaining a broad generalist practice.

Salary range: $240,000 to $250,000.

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Traditional Medicinals — Corporate Counsel (Rohnert Park, CA)

Traditional Medicinals is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide legal support across commercial, regulatory, and operational functions for its herbal and dietary supplement products. This role partners closely with teams across marketing, HR, regulatory, and international operations to advise on contracts, marketing initiatives, employment matters, and compliance in both domestic and global markets. The position reports to the Assistant General Counsel and plays a key role in supporting business growth while ensuring alignment with the company’s values and regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, advising on marketing and promotional activities, supporting employment-related matters, and assisting with disputes and litigation. The role also involves regulatory work such as preparing product registrations, ensuring compliance with domestic and international requirements, managing labeling and formula changes, and coordinating with foreign regulatory counsel. Additional duties include conducting legal research, supporting trademark matters, managing regulatory submissions, and improving internal legal processes.

Candidates must hold a J.D., be admitted to the California Bar or eligible for in-house registration, and have 2 to 5 years of experience, ideally with a mix of law firm and in-house work. Experience in consumer products, manufacturing, dietary supplements, or international regulatory matters is preferred. Strong contract drafting, communication, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid role based in Rohnert Park, CA, with in-office expectations three days per week. 

Salary range: $204,533 to $236,580. 

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Earthjustice — Associate Attorney (Washington, DC)

Earthjustice is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office to support environmental litigation and advocacy on major national and regional issues. The office handles cases addressing climate change pollution, clean air and water protections, the transition to zero-emission energy, and stronger national energy efficiency standards. Much of the public health work focuses on preventing environmental harms to children, communities of color, and low-income communities. Earthjustice partners with communities and organizations to use the law to protect the environment and public health.

The Associate Attorney works closely with senior attorneys and professional staff to investigate, develop, and litigate cases. Responsibilities include legal research, factual investigation, record review, case development, client engagement, expert and witness preparation, drafting briefs and motions, and participating in oral and appellate advocacy. As attorneys gain experience, they may take primary responsibility for certain cases while continuing to support larger litigation efforts. The role also includes collaboration with colleagues, contributing to an inclusive workplace, and helping supervise interns or law clerks.

Candidates must hold a J.D., be admitted to or eligible for admission to the District of Columbia Bar, and have 0–3 years of post-law school legal experience, with litigation experience preferred. Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills are required, along with a demonstrated commitment to public interest work and environmental protection. The position is hybrid and based in Washington, DC. 

Salary range: $105,000 – $121,200.

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Fullwell — Senior Policy Associate

Fullwell is seeking a Senior Policy Associate to support its advocacy work on food policy, public health, and sustainable food systems in California. The role focuses on advancing policies that reduce hunger, improve health outcomes, and strengthen sustainable food procurement through local and state policy campaigns. The Senior Policy Associate will work closely with policymakers, public agencies, coalition partners, and advocacy organizations to advance initiatives related to medically supportive food and nutrition becoming a permanent Medi-Cal benefit and expanding values-based food procurement at public institutions.

Responsibilities include coordinating coalitions, engaging legislators and agency staff, conducting policy research, drafting policy briefs and fact sheets, and supporting advocacy campaigns across California. The role also supports the Executive Director and Deputy Director in developing new initiatives and strengthening partnerships with advocacy organizations and government stakeholders.

Candidates should have at least five years of experience in policy advocacy or coalition-based campaigns, strong research and communication skills, and familiarity with food systems, public health, or food access issues. The position is based in Northern California with a hybrid work model serving the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento. 

Salary range: $80,000 to $90,000. 

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Amazon — Corporate Counsel, Worldwide Grocery Stores (Austin, TX; Arlington, VA; or Seattle, WA)

Amazon is seeking an experienced attorney to support its Worldwide Grocery Stores business, providing legal and regulatory guidance for one of the company’s fastest growing consumer sectors. This role works closely with internal business teams to advise on complex legal, regulatory, and compliance issues affecting grocery retail and product offerings across both online and in store operations.

Responsibilities include advising on new product and feature launches, providing guidance on marketing and regulatory compliance issues, and partnering with cross functional teams across Legal, Public Policy, and Public Relations to support innovative grocery initiatives. The attorney will help business teams navigate regulatory frameworks affecting consumer goods and food products while supporting strategic business decisions and risk management.

Candidates must have at least five years of legal experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Experience working in a corporate law firm, in house legal team, or within the food or grocery industry is preferred. Familiarity with regulatory agencies such as the FDA or USDA and experience advising on consumer product regulation is also preferred.

Salary range: $153,900 to $208,200.

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Nestlé USA — Associate Counsel (Arlington, VA or Solon, OH)

Nestlé is seeking an Associate Counsel to join its Acquisitions, Business Development and Commercial Transactions legal team, supporting a wide range of commercial and procurement matters across Nestlé’s U.S. and Canadian operations. The role involves reviewing, drafting, and negotiating agreements such as technology services, licensing, marketing, supply, manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, equipment lease, and development contracts, while advising internal teams on transaction structuring, contract interpretation, regulatory compliance, and corporate policies. The Associate Counsel will also help coordinate legal aspects of complex deals, provide ongoing risk assessment, and work closely with business leaders to support business development initiatives and commercial operations.

Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and be admitted to the Virginia or Ohio bar with at least three years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. Experience working with large organizations, advising business stakeholders, and handling commercial transactions in the consumer packaged goods industry is preferred. Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and problem solving skills are essential.

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