Koch Environment, Health & Safety Law & Strategy team has a Counsel opening. This is a critical role providing legal guidance and support to a broad suite of Koch companies, including Georgia-Pacific, Flint Hills Resources, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions, INVISTA, Guardian, Molex, and Infor. The role involves a range of legal matters related to environmental, health, and safety, as well as process safety programs at operating sites across the globe. This role may also support Koch companies on emerging laws and regulations, policy issues, product safety, and litigation matters.Our TeamThis role will report to a member of the Koch EHS Law & Strategy team and will be based at a Koch Legal hub in Wichita, Kansas, or Atlanta, Georgia. This role is part of the Koch EHS Law & Strategy team, which provides legal support for all Koch companies by leveraging a global team of experienced legal professionals. The EHS legal team strives to be a preferred partner by operating and collaborating as one united Koch team to advance comparative advantage throughout the legal capability. The team provides profitable legal support to produce desired business outcomes through application of economic thinking, leveraging technology, and creatively challenging the status quo through transformation and optimization of processes.What You Will DoServe as a strategic partner and advisor on a broad range of environmental, health, and safety matters related to site operations, including the development, implementation, and oversight of EHS programs and compliance initiatives across domestic and ultimately, international operating sitesConduct research and analysis on environmental, health, and safety regulations and emerging trends to support business needs and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and international EHS laws and standardsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and manage environmental, health, and safety risks associated with site operations, employee safety programs, and regulatory complianceServe as the company's representative in interactions with regulatory agencies and support incident investigations, audits, and inspections at U.S. and, in due course, international sitesAssist in the development and implementation of EHS policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety laws and industry best practicesManage external counsel and legal spend effectivelyProvide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal compliance and risk management mattersWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar in good standingExperience practicing environmental, health, and safety lawStrong problem-solving, relationship-building, and leadership communication skillsExperience analyzing complex legal issues, providing practical advice, and developing creative solutionsExperience working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with external counselWhat Will Put You Ahead3+ years of legal practiceLegal experience handling environmental, health, safety, and process safety mattersKnowledge of major or complex air or water permitting in multiple statesExperience with laws and regulations applicable to product safety, waste management and remediationFamiliarity with industry best practices in process safety, chemical safety, and environmental management systemsAbility to serve as a point of contact for business leaders and general counsel, coordinating legal knowledge and facilitating risk-based prioritizationOur benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).#J-18808-Ljbffr