Senior Regulatory & Compliance Counsel - Global Consumer Products Brand

Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary legal advisor on regulatory and compliance matters for a global consumer products business, partnering closely with leadership to manage legal and business risk. Counsel internal stakeholders on product compliance issues, including product safety requirements, chemical testing programs, certification standards, and regulatory obligations across multiple markets. Advise on labeling, packaging, product claims, consumer disclosures, and other requirements impacting the sale and distribution of consumer products globally. Monitor regulatory developments related to consumer products, sustainability initiatives, environmental requirements, and supply chain operations, translating changes into practical business guidance. Lead and enhance supplier and manufacturer compliance programs, including third-party oversight, audit support, and risk mitigation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners, including testing laboratories, certification organizations, outside counsel, and regulatory authorities, to address complex compliance matters.

Qualifications: J.D. and active admission to at least one U.S. state bar with 8+ years of relevant legal experience. Significant experience advising on regulatory, compliance, product counseling, or related commercial matters within consumer products, retail, apparel, footwear, or similarly regulated industries. Strong understanding of product safety regulations, chemical compliance requirements, testing protocols, certification processes, and labeling obligations. Experience developing and managing compliance programs, assessing regulatory risk, and providing practical guidance to business stakeholders. Familiarity with domestic and international regulatory frameworks affecting product manufacturing, sourcing, distribution, and commercialization. Demonstrated ability to work effectively across legal and business teams while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.