Regulatory Affairs and Commercial Counsel

Regulatory Affairs and Commercial Counsel

Regulatory Affairs and Commercial Counsel

Apply locations San Diego time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR-117382

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home / office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer).

As Sony Electronics Inc.’s Regulatory Affairs and Commercial Counsel, you will be a critical member of the Legal team, as the primary regulatory counsel for the Sony Electronics business in the US and Canada. Working from our San Diego, CA headquarters, you will be responsible for leading our efforts to review, anticipate, and comply with a variety of laws and regulations that impact our business. This will include advising the business, supporting key stakeholders regarding market and industry association strategy, and interacting directly with applicable regulatory agencies and trade associations. Primary focus will be on consumer and professional electronics products and services, like IoT devices, accessibility of products / services, cybersecurity, and related FCC support, as well as consumer protection, packaging and labeling, and guiding overall regulatory strategy.

You will also be responsible for providing expert legal advice and support on a broad range of commercial contracts, advertising, and compliance matters in support to varying business teams in connection with a range of new and emerging products. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders, including business and marketing teams, to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and facilitate business objectives in alignment with the company's strategic goals.

Responsibilities :

• Monitor, identify, and track regulatory initiatives that may impact the business.
• Provide guidance across multiple areas of the business on applicable regulations and laws, as well as agency and legislative proceedings, for current and future products and services.
• Formulate and maintain appropriate internal guidance and processes to ensure compliance with laws and regulatory obligations.
• Advise Legal team members on regulatory issues to be considered in supporting the business in broader commercial strategies.
• Interact with, and represent our interests before, federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Manage, respond to, and submit agency related filings and inquiries.
• Monitor and support company strategy and participation in multiple trade associations, business coalitions, and working groups.
• Coordinate with global and local Sony business teams in connection with policy / regulatory developments – both to advise and understand internal needs and concerns.
• Collaborate with external relations and government affairs personnel within Sony Electronics, as well as other relevant Sony companies to consider and support our public policy initiatives.
• Select and manage consultants and / or outside counsel in connection with regulatory and legal compliance matters.
• Provide guidance on evolving regulatory requirements and lead internal efforts to meet compliance obligations.
• Draft, review, and revise filings with government agencies – directly and indirectly through trade associations.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of complex commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service agreements, purchase agreements, NDAs, advertising / marketing / influencer agreements, SAAS agreements, and licensing deals.
• Advise on legal issues related to advertising and marketing strategies, including regulatory compliance (e.g., FTC guidelines, CAN-SPAM, FDA, FCC, EPA, DOE, etc.), intellectual property protection, and consumer protection laws.

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