The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
• Advise and counsel clients on all issues related to global marketing and advertising programs in all media and formats including TV, print, digital/social, packaging, promotions, etc.
• Review product and brand advertising claims; review and provide guidance on test protocols, consumer research, claim substantiation, and other support data
• Respond to and manage defense of advertising and regulatory litigation, challenges and inquiries globally
• Provide client education and training on relevant legal issues, develop processes and forms to support business marketing needs and efficiencies
• Coordinate and manage outside law firms with respect to litigation, government inquiries and investigations
• Advise and consult with all levels of the organization including senior leadership to identify critical legal issues, assess potential legal options, and provide individuals and teams with an analysis and range of possible legal solutions
• Exercise independent judgment related to company legal matters
Qualifications
• Cosmetic and/or OTC industry experience
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed in NY
• 8+ years of marketing, advertising and administrative legal experience at AM Law 200 firm and/or Fortune 1000 company
• Global experience preferred
• Strong understanding of regulations/FTC and FDA compliance relating to cosmetic, and over-the-counter drug products preferred; understanding of similar regulations outside of the US a plus
• Ability to form strong relationships with business leaders and serve as a counterpart to the Marketing, Product Development and R&D teams
• Ability to execute in a complex matrixed environment while setting boundaries
• Possesses strong communication skills -written and spoken - and a highly-developed EQ; enjoys face-to-face interactions with business leaders and cross-functional partners
• Willingness to learn global elements
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work in a team but also manage issues independently
• Marketing savvy and strong creative thinking skills
• Strong critical thinker and practical, problem solver mentality
Pay Range:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $158,650.00 to $272,700.00 . Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program as well as participation in the share incentive plan. In addition,
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.