What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance position at Hamilton Beach?
At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork. We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One. We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance at our Corporate facility located in Glen Allen, VA. The role involves providing strategic legal counsel on regulatory matters, helping business leaders manage regulatory risks. Key responsibilities include advising on privacy laws and developing frameworks to ensure compliance with global privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR), FDA regulations, and anti-kickback laws related to medical devices. The position also involves guidance on state and federal laws concerning supply chain diligence, public health, and environmental regulations, as well as supporting business partners on employment law issues and related policies. This position is hybrid, on-site 3 days per week.
Responsibilities of the position include :
- Provide strategic legal counsel, identify regulatory trends, and educate business leaders on a wide range of regulatory matters to support the business leaders in managing regulatory risk.
- Support the business in evaluating the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance, and enforcement actions and developing and implementing frameworks and processes to ensure HBB meets its obligations under global privacy laws and other regulatory frameworks relevant to its business (e.g., HIPAA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, PCI DSS, CCPA, CPRA, GDPR and GLBA).
- Provide legal advice on FDA regulations (including Quality System Regulation) and anti-kickback laws related to product claims, labeling, manufacturing, advertising and distribution of medical devices.
- Provide counsel on state and federal laws and regulations related to supply chain diligence, public health (e.g., state laws governing PFAS in consumer products) and the environment.
- Advise and support business partners on employment law issues, policies, communications and procedures.
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Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.
