What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate - Counsel (Regulatory) position at Luxottica (LoA Corporate)?
Requisition ID: 881584
Position:Full-Time
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information
If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.
We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.
Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.
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GENERAL FUNCTION
The Counsel will support all divisions of EssilorLuxottica’s North American business, supporting the litigation and regulatory team with a focus on regulatory matters. This position is based in either Mason, Ohio or New York City, New York.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise and counsel internal clients on a wide range of regulatory issues facing the Company such as optometry and opticianry, environmental health and safety, warranties, and FDA-related issues
- Monitor proposed and enacted state/provincial and federal legislation and regulations to ensure compliant policies and practices
- Identify and manage outside regulatory counsel and other advisors and manage risks of actual/threatened regulatory action or litigation in line with business unit initiatives and budgetary considerations
- Review, interpret, and provide guidance with respect to key agreements
- Perform research and other tasks to advise clients on legal obligations, risks, and potential liabilities
- Support management of litigation involving regulatory issues or enforcement actions including responding to demand letters, subpoenas, and government inquiries, representing Company in administrative proceedings, conducting investigations, and negotiating resolution of disputes
- Supervise work of paralegals
- Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- JD from an accredited law school and excellent academic background
- Licensed to practice law in Ohio or New York
- Minimum 2 years of experience with private law firm or corporate legal department (or a combination thereof)
- Superior writing, communication, and research skills
- Organized and detail oriented
- Ability to interact with all levels and all lines of business and clients
- Motivated, self-starter
- Ability to work independently, yet collaborate effectively with other attorneys, paralegals, and business partners
- Flexible and able to think on feet in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adapt to constantly shifting priorities, and allocate resources appropriately
- Outgoing and friendly personality, with a good sense of humor
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with federal healthcare laws such as HIPAA and the Anti-Kickback Statute
- Retail industry experience
- Project management training or experience
Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
