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The American Chemistry Council (ACC), a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for Assistant General Counsel. ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. 

The position is responsible for providing legal counsel and policy support on American Chemistry Council (ACC) advocacy issues, protecting ACC’s legal interests and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.  The position is also responsible for managing legal matters in assigned areas, including assisting in the selection of outside counsel as needed, managing outside counsel, and ensuring projects come in at or below budget.  The position coordinates legal issues with appropriate in-house ACC clients and colleagues and reports directly to the Senior Assistant General Counsel, Chemical Management.

Requirements include a J.D. from an accredited law school, admission to the bar to practice law, and at least10 years’ experience as an attorney, with substantial general regulatory practice and environmental law and advocacy experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to process complex, technical, abstract verbal and written information and provide strategic counseling, develop plans and execute supporting tactics, as well as the ability to demonstrate outstanding multitasking and prioritization skills, with the ability to pivot quickly and confidently across competing legal demands and proven ability to work in a team environment with multiple clients are a must. Working knowledge of federal, state or international chemical management laws and experience working with trade associations or membership-based organizations are preferred.

About American Chemistry Council

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and safety performance through Responsible Care®, common sense advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and health and environmental research and product testing. The business of chemistry is a $558 billion enterprise and a key element of the nation's economy. It is one of the nation’s largest exporters, accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports. Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development. Safety and security have always been primary concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts, working closely with government agencies to improve security and to defend against any threat to the nation’s critical infrastructure.

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