Senior Counsel Government Affairs (Salary Range 127,800 – 186,200)

The Senior Counsel – Government Affairs Position

The Senior Counsel – Government Affairs position operates as a government affairs adviser to company business units and corporate departments and, under the overall direction of the head of government affairs, works independently and prioritizes simultaneously with multiple business units and corporate departments. This role interacts with all levels of the company in managing legislative and regulatory affairs issues. It is part of the U.S. Law Department and Government Affairs team and is based in Washington, DC.

The position is also expected to focus on environmental and/or energy issues and related legislative, regulatory, and association activities. The role reports directly to the Deputy General Counsel, Government & Industry Affairs (head of government affairs). The successful candidate will provide high-quality law and/or government affairs services and representation of the company’s positions and interests before the U.S. Congress, federal agencies, and relevant associations. Substantive experience with major environmental and/or energy laws and regulations, such as TSCA, the AIM Act, the Montreal Protocol, etc., is of particular interest, as is prior Capitol Hill and/or federal agency experience.

Experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry is preferred. Experience in working with associations such as ACC, AHRI, and/or ARAP is also of interest. Some business travel may be required (approximately 10–20%).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Function as a key member of the in-house Government & Industry Affairs team and the overall Arkema law department. This is a fast-paced environment requiring a wide range of capabilities and flexibility. Key duties and functions of the position include:

Advancing Legislative and Regulatory Priorities (55%)

• Developing, managing, coordinating, and implementing legislative and regulatory strategies and tactics to advance the company’s interests.
• Providing advice and counsel to internal company executives, business units, and stakeholders on legislative and regulatory issues of importance to the company.
• Collaborating with business unit executives and manufacturing leaders to develop and implement government affairs strategies and plans.
• Representing the company at meetings with legislators, government agency officials, and staff, while maintaining relationships with key officials.
• Monitoring, tracking, evaluating, and reporting on legislative and regulatory issues of importance to the company.

Fostering Relationships with Associations and Stakeholders (25%)

• Building and maintaining relationships with key industry and trade associations of which the company is a member.
• Collaborating on issues of mutual interest as appropriate.

Political Action Committee (PAC) Activities (10%)

• Assisting with Arkema PAC activities, including representing the PAC at events and managing other PAC functions.

Other Assigned Duties (10%)

• Ensuring compliance with applicable lobbying laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Providing training to business units on government affairs issues as necessary.
• Advising on compliance with company policies and other requirements.
• Managing outside counsel as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Required

• 7+ years in one or more of the following is highly preferred:
  • Congressional or state legislative experience; or federal or state agency experience.
  • Industry association government affairs or in-house corporate government affairs experience.
  • Outside counsel experience with substantive engagement with Congress and/or federal agencies.
• Juris Doctorate required (J.D.): Licensed to practice law in at least one state/jurisdiction and capable of waiving into others as appropriate.
• Chemical or scientific/technical background preferred.
• Primary practice areas: Environmental and/or energy legislation and regulations.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of federal/state/local lobbying laws and regulations.
• Preferred experience in:
  • The chemical manufacturing industry or manufacturing.
  • Developing and implementing policy and government affairs initiatives within a corporate structure.
  • Federal environmental regulations and programs.
• Excellent attention to detail, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain external relationships with Congressional, agency, and association networks.
• Flexibility to function in a fast-paced environment as part of a team.

Company Benefits

Details are available at benefits.arkema.com.

About Arkema

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player. We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more, operating in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees.

We encourage you to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and our focus on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, and more at www.arkema.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.

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