Corporate Counsel

Keurig Green Mountain and Peet’s Coffee are seeking an energetic marketing, advertising and food regulatory counsel with experience in modern marketing including AI and privacy, food labeling, food safety, and agency management to join our Legal team. This role report to the North America General Counsel and will focus primarily on supporting North American product development, advertising and marketing teams for great brands such as Keurig, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Peet’s, Van Houtte and The Original Donut Shop.

The position requires a knowledge of food laws and regulations, advertising law, including how AI is impacting the field, as well strong drafting skills and a business mindset. An understanding of FDA, FTC, Lanham Act, provincial and state laws, as well as prior experience negotiating with agencies, content owners and talent is preferred. A willingness to flex and develop expertise in other legal areas is a plus. This is a challenging, highly visible role that requires collaboration with various functions throughout the company. This role will provide ample opportunities to learn, be challenged, and to grow professionally in a fast-paced environment.

What you will do:
• Review advertising and marketing to ensure compliance with US and Canadian federal, provincial and state laws and regulations. Knowledge of loyalty programs is a plus.
• Advise R&D on use of ingredients in foods, including labeling, food safety and GRAS status.
• Negotiate agreements with agencies, media companies and talent.
• Operate independently to manage relationships with business partners to understand their challenges and help develop solutions to manage a high-pressure, high-volume environment.
• Collaborate efficiently and effectively across legal and business functions in a manner that adds value, balances risk and protects the company’s reputation.
• Participate as the legal representative on various cross-functional projects and initiatives, and work collaboratively with key functional groups within the company.
• Supervise a paralegal who is responsible for marketing, advertising and label review.

• Salary Range: $155,000 - $221,500
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• Juris Doctor from accredited institution
• At least ten years of legal experience in advising clients at a law firm, or as part of an in-house corporate legal department
• Ability to partner, collaborate and influence at all levels within the KDP organization
• Nimble thinker, collaborative, and comfortable with change
• Position will be located in Burlington, MA headquarters with some limited travel

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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