General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

Job Summary:

The position is responsible for protecting the company's legal interests and operations, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The position is also responsible for overseeing the company's Legal Services staff. The position serves as the Chief Legal Officer for the company and the Board of Directors, including managing and overseeing Executive Committee and Board operations. The position reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Develops and deploys legal strategy, including offensive and defensive litigation as well as collaborates with technical and policy staff to provide input on regulations and legislation that could impact the business of chemistry.
• Manages legal risk to company, including political and lobbying compliance and oversees contracts between the company and outside parties.
• Oversees corporate governance of the company, including Board and Board Committee processes and serves as the Corporate Secretary to the organization.
• Serves as a member of the ACC senior management team and maintains responsibility for coordinating and aligning with other company departments/divisions.
• Oversees overall organizational compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, including antitrust risk.
• Serves as Chief Compliance Officer, including oversight and management of Company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct program.
• Oversees selection, retention, management and evaluation of all outside counsel. Oversees the employees within the Legal Services department, including establishing performance objectives, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating employee development for direct reports.
• Directs the development of annual legal operational budget.

Requirements

Must Have:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar to practice law.
• 12 years’ experience as an attorney.
• Eight years advocacy or related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the chemical or related industry.

Nice to Have:

• Federal government (EPA) or related experience.
• Base level knowledge of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) laws.
• Board and Board governance experience.
• Trade association experience.

Benefits

Employees are proud of our organization, from its dedication to excellence to the precise execution of its mission and vision. Our goal, first and foremost, is to provide the greatest possible value to our members. Our team has a commitment to performance and quality, and operates according to the highest ethical standards.

We value teamwork and are adaptable, reliable and accountable. We derive strength from our diversity. And, we show leadership at work and in our community, model integrity and aspire to make a difference.

Offers medical, dental, vision as well as a 401(k) matching contribution up to 6% of eligible compensation and an automatic 6% contribution of eligible compensation to the Profit-Sharing Plan, both vested immediately at 100%.

Staff enjoys a hybrid work schedule and is eligible for performance-based merit increases and discretionary bonus programs as well as access to a no cost onsite fitness center and subsidized yoga classes.