McDonald’s – Corporate Counsel, Global Technology

McDonald’s is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support its Global Technology organization by providing business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, global environment. This role sits within the Global Legal Department and partners closely with technology, operations, and corporate teams to enable compliant, efficient, and innovative growth.

You will advise internal stakeholders on legal risks related to supplier management, information security, governance, and technology implementation. The role includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements such as technology, vendor, and service contracts, and developing contract strategies aligned with business priorities and risk tolerance. You will represent Legal on cross-functional initiatives, proactively identify risks, and deliver practical, solutions-driven guidance to stakeholders at all levels.

Candidates must hold a JD and be admitted to practice, with 4 to 6 years of experience and strong commercial contracting skills. Experience supporting technology, supplier, or corporate transactional work, particularly in an in-house setting, is preferred. Success in this role requires sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence without authority.

The expected salary range is $167,366 to $209,207 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

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PepsiCo – Marketing Legal Counsel (Plano, TX)

PepsiCo is seeking a Marketing Legal Counsel to advise its Frito-Lay North America marketing and business teams on packaging, advertising, promotions, and product innovation across the U.S. portfolio. This role sits within PepsiCo’s Law and Compliance & Ethics function and reports to the Senior Director, Marketing Law.

You will provide legal guidance on food labeling, product claims, ingredients and formulations, advertising and marketing activations, consumer promotions, sponsorships, and talent agreements. The role supports products from ideation through launch, negotiates agency and media contracts, and delivers training to marketing teams. You will manage a high volume of requests, work closely with brand and PR partners, and support major live events, including off-hours approvals when needed.

Candidates should have a JD, be admitted in Illinois, New York, or Texas, and bring at least 3 years of experience in advertising, trademark, or food labeling law, either in-house or at a law firm. Experience with emerging media and digital marketing is a plus.

This is a hybrid role based in Plano, TX, with three days onsite each week. Compensation ranges from $123,500 to $206,750.

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Post Holdings – Senior Food Regulatory Counsel

Post Holdings, a Fortune 500 food company with a broad portfolio of household brands, seeks a senior food regulatory attorney to lead enterprise-wide regulatory strategy and compliance. This role provides legal leadership across FDA, USDA, state, and international food law matters, supporting product innovation, marketing, manufacturing, and corporate growth.

You will advise on product formulations, GRAS and ingredient issues, labeling and claims, advertising review, enforcement actions, and recalls. The role partners closely with R&D, food safety, operations, marketing, and senior leadership to deliver practical, risk-focused legal guidance. You will also support M&A activity and commercial agreements from a food law perspective, while keeping leadership informed of regulatory developments.

Candidates should hold a JD, be licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and bring 5 to 7 years of food or dietary supplement regulatory experience. A food science or life sciences background is preferred.

This is a hybrid role with in-office work Tuesday through Thursday. Salary range is $149,156 to $244,616 per year.

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Post Holdings – Director / Senior Counsel, Food Regulatory

Post Holdings, a Fortune 500 food company with a diverse portfolio of iconic consumer brands, is seeking a senior legal leader to oversee food regulatory strategy and compliance across its businesses. This role provides enterprise-wide leadership on FDA, USDA, state, and international food law matters, supporting product innovation, marketing, manufacturing, and M&A in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

You will lead regulatory strategy, advise on product formulations, GRAS and ingredient issues, labeling and claims, advertising review, enforcement actions, and recalls. The role works closely with R&D, food safety, operations, marketing, and senior leadership to deliver practical, risk-aware guidance that supports business objectives. You will also manage regulatory aspects of commercial agreements, litigation, and acquisitions, while keeping leadership informed of regulatory trends and developments.

Ideal candidates bring a JD, bar admission, and 5–7 years of food or dietary supplement regulatory experience, with strong judgment, risk assessment skills, and the ability to influence across functions. A technical background in food science or life sciences is a plus.

This is a hybrid role based near St. Louis, with in-office work Tuesday through Thursday. Compensation ranges from approximately $149,000 to $245,000 annually.

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Senior Counsel, Agriculture (Remote, 6-Month Contract)

A food processing company is seeking a Senior Counsel, Agriculture through ElevateFlex for a six-month, fully remote contract, with potential for extension. This role supports Nutrition businesses spanning human nutrition, health and wellness, pet solutions, and animal feed.

You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, manage confidentiality agreements and MCAs, and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, responsiveness to business needs, and comfort following and improving commercial contract playbooks. Experience in the food, animal, or pet industry is a plus.

Candidates must hold a JD, be licensed in any U.S. state, and have at least five years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, with strong commercial contracting and negotiation skills.

This is a W-2 contract role, fully remote within the U.S., paying $70–85 per hour. 

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Walmart – Counsel, Food (Bentonville, AR or Washington, DC)

Walmart is seeking Counsel, Food to join its Regulatory and Specialty Legal, Regulated Products team, supporting the world’s largest food retailer. This role serves as a key legal and regulatory advisor across the business, working closely with Legal, Compliance, Private Brands, Merchandising, Operations, Corporate Affairs, and other stakeholders.

You will act as a subject matter expert on food law and regulation, advising on USDA and FDA compliance, state food laws, food labeling and claims, ecommerce, supplier management, inspections, investigations, recalls, manufacturing, and new food-related initiatives. The role involves tracking regulatory developments, providing guidance on enforcement matters, reviewing agreements for compliance, and supporting food risk assessment programs while enabling Walmart’s strategic goal of delivering safe, affordable food.

Candidates must hold a JD, be licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and have at least four years of experience in government, in-house, or private practice. Strong communication skills and the ability to deliver practical, business-oriented regulatory advice in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment are essential.

This is a full-time role based in Bentonville, AR or Washington, DC. Salary ranges from $110,000–$220,000 in Bentonville and $143,000–$286,000 in Washington, DC.

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Wake Forest University School of Law – Law Fellow, Environmental Law and Policy Clinic (Winston-Salem, NC)

Wake Forest University School of Law seeks a Law Fellow to oversee the Environmental Law and Policy Clinic’s work on heirs’ property cases. This full-time role focuses on case intake and management, supervising student attorneys, and coordinating with partner organizations across North Carolina to expand access to heirs’ property legal services.

The fellow will design and manage an innovative intake model, train private attorneys through CLE programs, and develop curriculum on heirs’ property law. The role also includes research, writing, and outreach to advance policy attention to heirs’ property issues at the state and national level, including conference participation and collaboration with peer institutions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, have at least two years of experience with heirs’ property cases, and are members of the North Carolina bar or able to become licensed. This position begins no later than early July and is based in Winston-Salem.

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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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