Senior Counsel

Strivector Corp is a National Recruiting and Staffing agency established in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. We are a preferred partner for several Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Strivector has been consistently rated a rare 4.6/5 on Google, Indeed and Glassdoor by our candidates, customers, employees and contractors.


Elevate your professional journey with us. Strivector's premier client (a well-known market leader in their space) is hiring for the following full-time direct hire position.


POSITION OVERVIEW


s a Senior Counsel your roles and responsibilities will include:

• Drive the continuous development of the legal function's relationship as a key business partner to regional management, business, and functional teams to help ensure that the businesses act and operate within the law and Company policy.
• Provide advice and support on legal and regulatory issues relating to multiple areas, including EH&S, Operations, Product Stewardship, Corporate Sustainability, Quality, and Business Development.
• Understand and communicate general legal requirements impacting the Company and the chemical industry, applicable laws, and advise on implementing practical solutions. Advise the Company and functions on complex legal regulatory questions and risk management in regulated applications, including medical devices, cosmetics, and food contact materials.
• ssist in the development of policies and procedures associated with compliance and best practices, including process improvements, legal guidance documents, and training materials.
• Provide legal advice on a wide variety of commercial transactions, including contracts with consultants and suppliers, and quality agreements with customers. Collaborate with EHS in the implementation of EHS audits, Responsible Care® programs, sustainability initiatives, ISO certification process, and similar activities.
• Collaborate with business leaders on major projects, such as the development of new Company facilities and acquisitions or divestitures, including permitting, due diligence, and environmental assessments.
• ssist in assessing the impacts on Company operations of relevant legislative and regulatory developments and in evaluating potential advocacy strategies.
• Engage and oversee outside counsel as needed, with the objective of optimizing the internal and external legal spend, considering the magnitude of risk and consequences.
• Support the General Counsel on other matters as requested

QUALIFICATIONS


Most importantly, you need to be a passionate Senior Counsel who enjoys his work and is considered to be one of the best within your organization. The ideal Senior Counsel
would be someone with deep experience in many (if not all) of the following:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• Substantial experience with multinational law firms and/or multinational corporations
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound business judgment and provide practical legal solutions across a wide range of regulatory matters.
• Proven success leading and collaborating with cross-functional, multi-stakeholder teams to address complex legal and operational challenges.
• Strong aptitude for quickly understanding technical and regulatory issues related to chemical manufacturing, product stewardship, and global compliance requirements.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. environmental and chemical control laws, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and TSCA.
• Experience advising on environmental remediation obligations under Superfund and comparable state-level programs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated growth mindset and adaptability in navigating global legal and regulatory landscapes.
• Uncompromising integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to excellence in legal practice.

We understand that even if you are a seasoned Senior Counsel you may not have all the skills listed here.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation: Based on Experience. One of the best in the industry

Minimum Education: Juris Doctor

Minimum Experience: Legal background with strong regulatory/EHS experience



Type of position: Full-time Permanent position with benefits

Location: Niskayuna, NY



Relocation accepted: Yes

Remote / Hybrid: Onsite