Corporate Counsel

The role

The Corporate Counsel will work within the Law Department to provide legal advice for advertising, marketing, promotions, product claims, and labeling. This person will also draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements for various business teams.

What you will do

• Advise on advertising, marketing, promotions, product claims, labeling, and related regulatory compliance matters.
• Review consumer-facing materials across traditional, digital, social media, influencer, and e-commerce channels.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Provide legal support and advice regarding a variety of corporate matters and transactions.
• Manage projects involving legal compliance matters such as data privacy.
• Work with senior management and all levels of employees within the organization.
• Perform legal support on general corporate matters and additional cross-functional projects.

Required qualifications

• JD. from an ABA accredited law school
• At least 8+ years of relevant experience
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in MA
• Able to work independently and collaboratively across business teams
• Proven expertise in advertising and marketing law
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Ability to evaluate claim substantiation and translate legal requirements into practical guidance
• Proven expertise in general contracts law
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong commercial judgment and the ability to identify, prioritize, and communicate legal risk
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Committed to setting priorities, acting efficiently and responding to competing demands

Nice to have

• Experience in some combination of advertising, data privacy, or information security
• Experience with food labeling, FDA regulatory matters, data privacy, or information security

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• wellness programs
• employee discounts
• retirement plans
• tuition reimbursement
• ongoing development
• advancement opportunities

Before you apply

• Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws
• We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time

About the company

Founded in 1846, HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Their portfolio includes brands such as Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.