Senior Counsel, Yogurt Divisions

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Lactalis American Group Full time

DescriptionTITLE: Senior Counsel, Yogurt DivisionsREPORTS TO: VP of Legal & Regulatory - General CounselLOCATION: Chicago, IL Lactalis USA is currently seeking a talented individual to join our US Legal team. This role is onsite in Chicago, IL.Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, Prsident, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi s, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.  From your PASSION to oursThe Senior Counsel, US Yogurt Division ( Senior Counsel ), assists the US Yogurt Division with complex matters, transactions, and special projects requiring sound legal advice and counsel as well as negotiation and the drafting of a myriad of commercial contracts. The Senior Counsel assists and works closely with the General Counsel, US Yogurt Division, and Regulatory. The position collaborates with other members of the legal department and works with outside counsel.  In addition, the Senior Counsel assists with the management of the US Yogurt Division s intellectual property portfolio and provides guidance in connection with trademark usage, product packaging, and advertising.The successful candidate demonstrates initiative and independent judgment to manage a diverse range of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Reports to the General Counsel, US Yogurt Division.   From your EXPERTISE to oursKey responsibilities for this position include:Commercial Contract Drafting and Negotiation for US Yogurt DivisionReview, draft, and negotiate US Yogurt Division commercial agreements (including equipment purchase and leases; sales, purchase, supply, distribution, and broker agreements; services agreements; marketing, influencer, and co-branding agreements; capex and construction agreements; co-manufacturing agreements; transportation agreements; and intercompany agreements).Work with procurement and other stakeholders to resolve contract-based disputes with business partners.Summarize all deviations to standard, company-approved contract terms.Update and maintain contracts management database
Galexy.Coordinate and distribute relevant contract information to appropriate internal stakeholders, as needed.Provide internal contracts report for interim and end-of-year audit and as needed.Lead legal training sessions for internal stakeholders (e.g., on basic contract formation, negotiation, key terms).Food Law and Advertising Law for US Yogurt DivisionReview advertising/marketing/packaging copy to advise brand teams on regulatory and litigation risk.Advise on promotions (e.g., sweepstakes, contests, coupon giveaways, and commercial co-ventures), including drafting of official rules, reviewing advertising and label copy, and managing any required state registrations.  Attend innovation meetings and brand strategy meetings to understand future initiatives and advise on legal and regulatory risks.CSRAdvise on relevant CSR laws and regulations, and reporting of CSR initiatives and performance.Identify and advise on potential CSR risks.Litigation Strategy and Management for US Yogurt DivisionSupport litigation matters, as directed, including working with outside litigation counsel and senior management to create and implement strategies to achieve cost-effective results.Negotiate resolutions of disputes when appropriate and/or recommend settlements to appropriate business leadership.Advise management regarding strategy, applicable laws, and developments in key litigation risks.Intellectual Property Matters for US Yogurt DivisionAdvise the US Yogurt Division on trademark use and protection strategy and coordinate with outside counsel on trademark issues, filings, and portfolios.Conduct preliminary trademark clearance for product/packaging innovation and renovation projects. Lead intellectual property training sessions for internal stakeholders.Other ResponsibilitiesAssist with compliance and regulatory matters.Conduct legal research and analysis, as needed.Perform other duties, including administrative duties, as assigned and needed.Work on other projects as may be assigned from time to time.

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