Senior Counsel, Regulatory

Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Environmental, Health, Safety - ChicagoJoin to apply for the Senior Counsel, Regulatory & Environmental, Health, Safety - Chicago role at ADMPosition Summary And Key GoalsReporting to ADM’s Associate General Counsel - Regulatory & Environmental Law and working closely with operational and commercial leaders, the Environmental, Health and Safety Tech Center, and other ADM legal counsel, the Senior Counsel – Regulatory & Environmental, Health and Safety Law will be responsible for providing legal guidance and assistance on a range of regulatory topics related primarily to global environmental, health and safety-related matters.Job ResponsibilitiesIncident Investigation: Respond to environmental, health and safety incidents and assist colleagues with interacting with government authorities, investigating potential causes, and advising on corrective actions and program enhancements.Regulatory Compliance: Advise on compliance with environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, including those promulgated by EPA, OSHA, and other relevant agencies globally.Legal Guidance: Provide legal advice on matters related to environmental, health and safety law, including reviewing contracts, policies, programs, and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks, including during compliance auditing and merger, acquisition and divestiture due diligence, and collaborate internally to develop strategies to manage them.Training and Development: Help develop and deliver environmental, health and safety training programs for colleagues on requirements, initiatives and best practices.Issue Resolution: Represent the company, including through outside counsel, in interactions with regulatory agencies and other stakeholders and in related legal proceedings, regulatory inquiries and disputes related to environmental, health and safety matters.Policy Development: Support cross-functional teams to develop and implement environmental, health and safety program enhancements, policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.Horizon Scanning: Monitor changes in environmental, health and safety legislation, regulations, industry trends, and best practices to provide advice geared towards ensuring the company remains compliant with evolving standards.QualificationsMust have a J.D. degree and admitted to practice law in the state of the Location.5-8 years post-qualification experience, ideally with past environmental and/or health and safety experience in a government, law firm or corporate in-house settingExperience providing environmental and/or health and safety advice to manufacturing clients is a plusSkillsExcellent drafting, review and negotiation skillsPractical approach to legal advice is criticalAbility to adapt communication style depending on audience and contextResponsive to business needs, acting with timeliness and a sense of urgencyCritical thinker, also comfortable with answering questions “on the spot”Competence with using TEAMS, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelOther desirable attributesHighly motivated, proactive, self-disciplined, and team-orientedIdentifies, delegates and manages resources effectivelyExhibits effective planning and organizing skills to prioritize key areas of responsibility, tasks and projectsWorks independently to provide practical advice and business-oriented solutions with general supervision and direction from the Associate General Counsel - Regulatory & Environmental LawAble to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders and positively influence outcomesWillingness to learn and advise on regulatory areas other than environmental and/or health and safety mattersExcited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.The pay range for this position is expected to be between $128,800.00 - $238,900.00Salaried Incentive PlanThe total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive planBenefits And PerksEnriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).Additional Benefits IncludePaid time off including paid holidays.Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.Tuition assistance.Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law #J-18808-Ljbffr