Corporate Counsel, Regulatory Law
Monsanto Company has an opening for the position of Corporate Counsel, Regulatory
Law. The Corporate Counsel, Regulatory Law, under general supervision, provides legal
advice and policy guidance to the corporation directly and through the use of outside
counsel.
This role requires the successful candidate to diligently keep abreast of the laws and regulations
applicable to Monsanto’s products to ensure company compliance and support product
approvals. The Corporate Counsel will research and respond actively, both orally and in writing,
to a caseload of internal and external regulatory queries. The Corporate Counsel will advocate
legal, regulatory, sustainability, and policy initiatives that promote the company's interests and
advance innovative and workable solutions to complex agricultural law problems. Proper
performance of this role calls for the utmost integrity and accountability. Examples of the
specific work include:
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Compliance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, the Federal
Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, and the Plant Protection Act, as they apply to the
company’s products, with a focus on conventional pesticides and biopesticides
Legal and policy coherence and compliance with the use of company products (or crops
produced from such) in the overall agri-food chain
Regulatory law support for contracts and transactions (e.g. licensing and acquisitions)
Product stewardship guidance
Work experience in any of the above mentioned areas is highly desired; however, Monsanto will
provide training and exposure in those areas, as needed.
As a member of the law department, Corporate Counsel, Regulatory Law, will provide support to
a diverse global client group. Other matters and special projects may be assigned from time to
time.
Responsibilities:
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Provide supervised support to internal Regulatory Affairs and Government Affairs
organizations (federal and state)
Draft, negotiate, and guide compliance with regulatory and stewardship provisions of
licenses and other agreements
Perform regulatory reviews of communications, labels and advertising for compliance
Work effectively with applicable government/regulatory agencies in an expeditious
manner
Assess and advise on current and emerging legislative/regulatory/policy initiatives in
areas of responsibility
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Participate and represent the company in industry groups
Manage outside counsel to ensure high quality, cost-effective legal support and
representation
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and trustworthiness in all areas.
Required:
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Juris Doctor degree
Minimum of six years legal experience in government, corporate legal department, or
law firm environment
Demonstrated academic and professional excellence
Member of at least one state bar
Required Competencies:
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated good judgment
Rapid information assimilation ability
Track record of advancing strategies to completion
Demonstrable record of innovative and workable solutions to complex legal problems
and enablement of commercial objectives
Personal and professional growth orientation
Agility with change management and prioritization skills
Team orientation
Preferred Background:
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Regulatory compliance/approval – EPA, USDA, FDA and international counterparts
Experience with FIFRA, FQPA, FFDCA, and PPA
Contract drafting and management
Transactions (e.g. licensing and acquisition due diligence)
Advertising and communications review
Strategy and policy development and implementation
Agricultural/environmental education and/or experience
If you have interest in this high profile opportunity, please contact Cathy Neal at 314-694-4387 (office)
or 314-477-8961 (cell/after hours) or at ceneal@monsanto.com. All inquiries will receive immediate
attention and will remain confidential.
Monsanto is an equal opportunity employer; we value a diverse combination of ideas, perspectives and
cultures. EEO/AA EMPLOYER M/F/D/V. www.monsanto.com