ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel
Associate General Counsel
ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel, Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060
Associate General Counsel. Litigation and Regulatory AffairsAt Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork.
We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One.
We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.We are seeking qualified candidates for an Associate General Counsel at our Corporate in Glen Allen, VA. Responsibilities include protecting the company’s interests and reputation by overseeing a broad variety of legal and regulatory matters with global implications, including all litigation, claims, internal investigations, regulatory compliance, and global risk management and insurance.
This position participates on the Company’s Safety Committee, interacts directly and regularly with members of the Company’s Executive Committee, supervises lawyers and non-lawyers, and supports other Law Department initiatives and projects. This position is hybrid.Key Responsibilities:1. Global Claims and Litigation Management:Product Liability:
Defend against insurance
subrogation and first-party litigation/claims, including personal injury,
wrongful death, property damage, and alleged noncompliance with state
consumer laws. Manage state attorney general inquiries, Better Business
Bureau complaints, escalated consumer complaints, and product inquiries
from major retailers.Employment:
Oversee defense of employment-related
litigation/claims and related investigations and responses to governmental
authorities.Intellectual Property:
Manage intellectual property
disputes, including prosecution and defense of patent infringement and
trade secret litigation/claims.Environmental:
Handle litigation/claims with
private parties, regulators, and insurers concerning environmental impacts
from past manufacturing sites in the US and Canada.Workers Compensation:
Support the company's workers'
compensation carrier in investigating and defending claims, including
asbestos-related claims from former workers.Corporate and Commercial Litigation:
Manage corporate and commercial litigation
and claims, including those potentially arising from customer/supplier
relationships, strategic partnerships, governmental authorities, cyber
risks, etc..2. Regulatory Compliance and Affairs:Consumer Product Safety:
Oversee compliance with consumer
safety regulations, including those promulgated by the US Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC), Health Canada, PROFECO, and similar governmental
authorities. Manage agency investigations, formal responses (e.g., 15(b)
Full Reports), and corrective actions (e.g., recalls). Participate in the
Company’s Safety Committee and advise during the Product Design Review
process.Food and Drug Administration
(FDA):
Respond to detention actions, oversee medical device approval and
compliance, and manage food safety regulations.Environmental Protection:
Ensure compliance with
regulations from the US EPA, Canada’s Ministry of the Environment, and
other relevant bodies. Manage remediation of legacy environmental sites in
multiple jurisdictions.Employment Agencies:
Oversee investigation and
response to discrimination charges from the US Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission and state agencies.Additional Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure adherence to various laws
including the Dodd-Frank Act, Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, ADA,
OSHA, Medicare Secondary Reporting, and other relevant regulations.3. Preventative Counseling:Guide settlement negotiations to
achieve favorable outcomes.Advise on product warranties, use
and care guides, and hazard communications.Provide counsel on crisis
management and crisis communications.4. Risk Management and Insurance Programs:Oversee global risk management
and insurance programs including commercial general liability, marine
cargo, property, workers’ compensation, non-owned aircraft liability,
automobile liability, excess/umbrella coverage, executive risk/financial
professional coverage, and D&O insurance.Minimum Requirements:Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an
ABA-accredited law school with a strong academic record.Licensure:
Licensed to practice law in at
least one U.S. jurisdiction.Experience:
At least 10 years of
sophisticated litigation, regulatory, and risk management experience.Key Qualifications:Litigation Experience:
Expertise in product liability
defense and related customer and consumer matters (e.g., personal injury,
wrongful death, property damage, state consumer laws).Broad experience in commercial litigation,
employment litigation, intellectual property litigation, and
environmental litigation.Experience in managing
environmental remediation and workers' compensation litigation/claims.
Risk Management & Insurance:
Knowledge of risk management and
insurance programs including commercial general liability, marine cargo,
property, workers' compensation, non-owned aircraft liability, automobile
liability, and executive risk/financial professional coverage.
Regulatory & Compliance
Experience:
Experience with supply chain
diligence, workplace safety regulations, and various state laws on
material safety of consumer products.Ability to lead internal
investigations and interface with governmental authorities.
Leadership & Team Management:
Proven track record of leading
cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams (e.g., engineering, sales,
marketing, external counsel) in evaluating and executing projects.Strong negotiation,
communication, and drafting skills with the ability to present complex
information clearly.
Additional Skills:
Exceptional organizational,
teambuilding, and relationship-building skills.Demonstrated success as a
trusted advisor, leader, and team player with experience working with
executive leadership.Commitment to continuous
improvement and innovative legal strategies to support business
objectives.
Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment. We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products.
Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.
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We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One.
We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.We are seeking qualified candidates for an Associate General Counsel at our Corporate in Glen Allen, VA. Responsibilities include protecting the company’s interests and reputation by overseeing a broad variety of legal and regulatory matters with global implications, including all litigation, claims, internal investigations, regulatory compliance, and global risk management and insurance.
This position participates on the Company’s Safety Committee, interacts directly and regularly with members of the Company’s Executive Committee, supervises lawyers and non-lawyers, and supports other Law Department initiatives and projects. This position is hybrid.Key Responsibilities:1. Global Claims and Litigation Management:Product Liability:
Defend against insurance
subrogation and first-party litigation/claims, including personal injury,
wrongful death, property damage, and alleged noncompliance with state
consumer laws. Manage state attorney general inquiries, Better Business
Bureau complaints, escalated consumer complaints, and product inquiries
from major retailers.Employment:
Oversee defense of employment-related
litigation/claims and related investigations and responses to governmental
authorities.Intellectual Property:
Manage intellectual property
disputes, including prosecution and defense of patent infringement and
trade secret litigation/claims.Environmental:
Handle litigation/claims with
private parties, regulators, and insurers concerning environmental impacts
from past manufacturing sites in the US and Canada.Workers Compensation:
Support the company's workers'
compensation carrier in investigating and defending claims, including
asbestos-related claims from former workers.Corporate and Commercial Litigation:
Manage corporate and commercial litigation
and claims, including those potentially arising from customer/supplier
relationships, strategic partnerships, governmental authorities, cyber
risks, etc..2. Regulatory Compliance and Affairs:Consumer Product Safety:
Oversee compliance with consumer
safety regulations, including those promulgated by the US Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC), Health Canada, PROFECO, and similar governmental
authorities. Manage agency investigations, formal responses (e.g., 15(b)
Full Reports), and corrective actions (e.g., recalls). Participate in the
Company’s Safety Committee and advise during the Product Design Review
process.Food and Drug Administration
(FDA):
Respond to detention actions, oversee medical device approval and
compliance, and manage food safety regulations.Environmental Protection:
Ensure compliance with
regulations from the US EPA, Canada’s Ministry of the Environment, and
other relevant bodies. Manage remediation of legacy environmental sites in
multiple jurisdictions.Employment Agencies:
Oversee investigation and
response to discrimination charges from the US Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission and state agencies.Additional Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure adherence to various laws
including the Dodd-Frank Act, Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, ADA,
OSHA, Medicare Secondary Reporting, and other relevant regulations.3. Preventative Counseling:Guide settlement negotiations to
achieve favorable outcomes.Advise on product warranties, use
and care guides, and hazard communications.Provide counsel on crisis
management and crisis communications.4. Risk Management and Insurance Programs:Oversee global risk management
and insurance programs including commercial general liability, marine
cargo, property, workers’ compensation, non-owned aircraft liability,
automobile liability, excess/umbrella coverage, executive risk/financial
professional coverage, and D&O insurance.Minimum Requirements:Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an
ABA-accredited law school with a strong academic record.Licensure:
Licensed to practice law in at
least one U.S. jurisdiction.Experience:
At least 10 years of
sophisticated litigation, regulatory, and risk management experience.Key Qualifications:Litigation Experience:
Expertise in product liability
defense and related customer and consumer matters (e.g., personal injury,
wrongful death, property damage, state consumer laws).Broad experience in commercial litigation,
employment litigation, intellectual property litigation, and
environmental litigation.Experience in managing
environmental remediation and workers' compensation litigation/claims.
Risk Management & Insurance:
Knowledge of risk management and
insurance programs including commercial general liability, marine cargo,
property, workers' compensation, non-owned aircraft liability, automobile
liability, and executive risk/financial professional coverage.
Regulatory & Compliance
Experience:
Experience with supply chain
diligence, workplace safety regulations, and various state laws on
material safety of consumer products.Ability to lead internal
investigations and interface with governmental authorities.
Leadership & Team Management:
Proven track record of leading
cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams (e.g., engineering, sales,
marketing, external counsel) in evaluating and executing projects.Strong negotiation,
communication, and drafting skills with the ability to present complex
information clearly.
Additional Skills:
Exceptional organizational,
teambuilding, and relationship-building skills.Demonstrated success as a
trusted advisor, leader, and team player with experience working with
executive leadership.Commitment to continuous
improvement and innovative legal strategies to support business
objectives.
Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment. We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products.
Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.
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