Senior Counsel - Healthcare (Food Law Expertise) at K2 Ascend
Job Description
Job Description
Senior Counsel - Healthcare (Food Law Expertise)
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Industry: Legal Services – Food & Life Sciences
Job Category: Attorney – Regulatory & Compliance
Compensation Range: $300,000 – $600,000 (based on experience & background)
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity:
A premier Am Law 100 firm is seeking a Health Counsel or Senior Counsel with deep expertise in food law to join its nationally recognized Health Care & Life Sciences practice in Washington, D.C. This role is ideal for attorneys with FDA experience and a passion for advising clients in the food and life sciences sectors on regulatory strategy, transactions, and compliance matters.
What You’ll Do:
- Advise domestic and international clients on FDA regulatory matters related to food, beverages, and dietary supplements
- Provide transactional support, including due diligence and regulatory risk assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and investments
- Counsel clients on product labeling, advertising, and promotional practices in compliance with FDA and USDA regulations
- Develop and review regulatory submissions, including GRAS notices and food contact notifications
- Monitor and interpret legislative and policy developments affecting the food industry
- Interface directly with government agencies (FDA, USDA) on behalf of clients
- Draft and negotiate regulatory aspects of commercial agreements
- Collaborate with cross-practice teams on multidisciplinary projects
What You Bring:
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- At least 6 years of food law experience, including regulatory compliance and transactional support
- Experience working with or at the FDA required
- Familiarity with USDA regulatory frameworks is a plus
- Excellent writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- A collaborative mindset and client-service orientation
What’s Offered:
- Competitive base salary: $300,000 – $600,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility
- High-impact work with industry-leading clients in food and life sciences
Want to Stand Out?
We invite candidates to record a short video to showcase who they are. This should feel low-pressure and personal.
Video submission link:
https://record.interview.video/j/ascend-with-k2
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