What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Counsel - Regulatory & EHSS position at Momentive?
Job Title
Senior Counsel - Regulatory & EHSS
Summary
This highly visible and challenging position is responsible for providing legal support on a broad range of environmental, health and safety (EHS), sustainability and product stewardship matters. Responsibilities include regulatory requirements for waste management, release reporting, water & air pollution control, environmental remediation, occupational health and safety, transportation, environmental litigation, chemical regulation, and hazard communications.
The position will work closely with executives and staff within the EHS, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Stewardship organizations as well as the business units to provide guidance on regulatory matters. With a global scope, this role works with the global legal team on strategic initiatives and issues of global significance while also focusing on US domestic and international environmental and chemical regulatory legal matters.
Other areas of focus include transactional due diligence (including corporate mergers and acquisitions), tolling agreements, EHS audits and compliance assurance, compliance training for leaders, and government agency relations. This position may also provide support for legislative advocacy/government affairs and global trade compliance.
Responsibilities Include
The following are required for the role
Base Pay Range: $158,500 - $232,100
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Senior Counsel - Regulatory & EHSS
Summary
This highly visible and challenging position is responsible for providing legal support on a broad range of environmental, health and safety (EHS), sustainability and product stewardship matters. Responsibilities include regulatory requirements for waste management, release reporting, water & air pollution control, environmental remediation, occupational health and safety, transportation, environmental litigation, chemical regulation, and hazard communications.
The position will work closely with executives and staff within the EHS, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Stewardship organizations as well as the business units to provide guidance on regulatory matters. With a global scope, this role works with the global legal team on strategic initiatives and issues of global significance while also focusing on US domestic and international environmental and chemical regulatory legal matters.
Other areas of focus include transactional due diligence (including corporate mergers and acquisitions), tolling agreements, EHS audits and compliance assurance, compliance training for leaders, and government agency relations. This position may also provide support for legislative advocacy/government affairs and global trade compliance.
Responsibilities Include
- Drive the continuous development of the legal function’s relationship as a key business partner to regional management, business and functional teams to help ensure that the businesses act and operate within the law and Company policy.
- Provide advice and support to on legal and regulatory issues relating to multiple areas, including EH&S, Operations, Product Stewardship, Corporate Sustainability, Quality and Business Development.
- Understand and communicate general legal requirements impacting the Company and the chemical industry, applicable laws, and advise on implementing practical solutions. Advise Company and functions on complex legal regulatory questions and risk management in regulated applications including medical devices, cosmetics, and food contact materials.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures associated with compliance and best practices, including process improvements, legal guidance documents and training materials.
- Provide legal advice on a wide variety of commercial transactions, including contracts with consultants and suppliers, quality agreements with customers. Collaborate with EHS in implementation of EHS audits, Responsible Care® programs, sustainability initiatives, ISO certification process and similar activities.
- Collaborate with business leaders on major projects, such as development of new Company facilities and acquisitions or divestitures, including permitting, due diligence and environmental assessments.
- Assist in assessing the impacts on Company operations of relevant legislative and regulatory developments and in evaluating potential advocacy strategies.
- Engage and oversee outside counsel as needed, with the objective of optimizing the internal and external legal spend considering the magnitude of risk and consequences.
- Support the General Counsel on other matters as requested
- Less than 25%
The following are required for the role
- Admitted to a state bar and currently in good standing in all admitted jurisdictions
- Substantial experience with multinational law firms and/or multinational corporations, preferably with practice supporting a broad range of regulatory matters.
- Sound business judgment and flexibility to cover a broad range of regulatory matters.
- Lead and work closely with multi-stakeholder teams to develop and implement practical solutions to complex issues.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand complex issues involving chemical manufacturing processes and operations and legal requirements applicable to the registration, manufacture, sale, and use of chemical products.
- Expertise with U.S. EHS and/or chemical control laws and regulations. (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and TSCA, especially Sections 5 and 8).
- Previous experience counseling clients regarding environmental remediation requirements such as Superfund and analogous U.S. state programs.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team and manage conflicting deadlines. High degree of ownership and responsiveness.
- Growth mindset; ability to navigate global, matrixed environment.
- Unwavering commitment to integrity and professionalism, and passion for excellence.
Base Pay Range: $158,500 - $232,100
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
- Flexible, hybrid or remote work schedules may be available based on role.
- Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
- Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
- Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
- Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
- 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
- 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
- Student debt pay-off program.
- Professional development programs and courses.
- Wellness programs and financial education.
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Salary : $158,500 - $232,100
