Advertising & Marketing Attorney in Needham, MA

In-House

Needham, MA

Advertising & Marketing Attorney in Needham, MA

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Associate General Counsel, Marketing

Job Responsibilities:
The Associate General Counsel, Marketing at the company is tasked with providing guidance to the global marketing team on advertising copy, claims, and promotional materials. The primary responsibility involves ensuring legal compliance in advertising and marketing, with opportunities to work on other commercial projects as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer. The position requires working closely with the SVP Deputy General Counsel and Global Marketing. The role involves:

- Reviewing and helping develop advertising copy, television, promotional materials, and packaging for claims and legal compliance issues.
- Reviewing public relations materials and press releases in cooperation with cross-functional teams, including infomercial and network scripts.
- Demonstrating knowledge of claims substantiation practices, FTC regulations, and National Advertising Division practices.
- Understanding social media, influencer, and digital media requirements.
- Being extremely responsive to business needs and senior leadership.
- Communicating effectively with excellent negotiation skills and pragmatic problem-solving abilities.
- Strategically collaborating cross-functionally and building enduring partnerships with junior and senior in-house clients.
- Being entrepreneurial and resourceful, thriving on change and new challenges.
- Exhibiting strong project management skills and organizational language.
- Performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
- Member of a state bar.
- Over 10 years of experience in marketing and advertising law, either in-house or in a firm.
- Experience in reviewing marketing and claims materials.
- Excellent written, oral, listening, and organizational skills, with proven ability to interact effectively with varied audiences, including executive team members.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and executive-level presentation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, with the capability to stand firm on issues with business clients when necessary.
- Collaborative team player with a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment, and business appreciation, all with a view to managing risk cost-effectively.
- Superior legal and analytical skills, excellent judgment, and initiative in selecting the most effective solutions, with a business-oriented approach to problem-solving.
- Strong business acumen, including the ability to think like a businessperson and integrate legal and business issues to partner effectively with business leaders.
- Detail-oriented and resourceful with excellent follow-through skills.
- Collaborative, business-minded, and team-oriented, promoting innovation and motivation throughout the team.
- A "roll up the sleeves" mindset.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Associate General Counsel, Marketing position.

Our Culture:
The company is driven by an "Outrageously Extraordinary" mindset, which encourages tackling the impossible, pushing boundaries, and delivering impressive results. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion as vital components of global success and innovation. It supports all associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having opportunities for career acceleration. Equity is a key component of the company's DNA.

What We Offer:
The company offers competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, and product discounts. It empowers personal and professional growth with high-impact learning programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join the company, you become part of an extraordinary community committed to disrupting entire markets.

Legal and Compliance:
The company does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation and local law. It will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation and local law. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, candidates are encouraged to contact the company's People & Culture department.