Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory - EHS & Product ...

OverviewWhat Regulatory contributes to Cardinal Health. Legal provides the company with strategic, proactive, practical and cost-effective legal advice and services in order to protect the organization's assets, operations and image. This function provides legal counsel related to commercial, corporate securities, intellectual property, labor and employment, and regulatory law, among other areas. This function also litigates all company legal matters, manages outside counsel and manages legal operations. Regulatory provides legal-regulatory counsel and advice to businesses concerning regulatory actions and issues, both proactively and reactively. This job family reviews and advises the organization's response to alleged regulatory actions and violations and represents the organization in such matters before regulatory bodies.Job SummaryThe Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory - EHS & Product Sustainability will be responsible for advising on matters pertaining to laws governing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); other ingredient, additive, and chemical-focused regulation; extended producer responsibility (EPR) regulations; and other product-specific environmental / sustainability drug and device lifecycle obligations and stewardship programs. This role will also advise on issues pertaining to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and similar agencies at the federal, state and local levels. As described in more detail below, regulatory legal also reviews and advises on regulatory agency inquires and alleged violations and may represent Cardinal Health in such matters before regulatory bodies.Responsibilities Analyze and advise on US federal environmental, health and safety legal matters, with particular emphasis on OSHA and EPA. This entails working closely with and supporting the internal EHS function at Cardinal Health. Analyze and advise on US state and federal laws and regulations impacting products and services offered by Cardinal Health businesses, for example, PFAS-focused legislation and regulation, chemical and color additive legislation and regulations, and EPR and other drug and device stewardship programs. This entails working with multiple business leaders across the enterprise. Partner with and advise Government Relations teams regarding the impact of newly introduced and/or enacted US federal and state laws, regulation, and government policy in the environmental space. Draft and advise on communications with regulatory agencies (e.g., requests for additional information, allegations of violations, inspection report responses, disciplinary matters). Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies and work with various functional areas to help reduce potential regulatory exposure and to strengthen and improve systems and processes. Anticipate and advise on emerging regulatory trends. Educate and train on regulatory requirements. Develop deep knowledge and understanding of the company and its businesses; demonstrate business acumen. Identify legal and compliance issues and risks, and escalate appropriately, exercising sound judgment about matters that require attention of senior leadership. Advise and collaborate with subject matter experts from other functions and teams and delegate and direct non-legal tasks to support regulatory compliance implementation.What is expected of you and others at this level Utilizes broad and deep knowledge to develop innovative new business practices, policies and procedures Contributes to the development of department strategy Works on or may lead highly complex projects of large scope Projects are typically cross-functional and have significant and long-term impact Provides solutions which set precedent Negotiates complex or risky technical business issues on behalf of the company Independently defines project establishes budgets identifies participants and mitigates risk Consults with management to determine project objectives with long-term implications Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleaguesCompensation and BenefitsAnticipated salary range: $132,700 - $214,200Bonus eligible: YesBenefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programsApplicationApplication window anticipated to close: 9/12/25The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity."Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.To read and review this privacy notice click here (#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24