Sustainability Attorney
Job Description
McDonald's seeks a highly motivated and effective lawyer to join its Corporate Legal Practice Group in its worldwide headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois to serve as primary legal counsel to McDonald s global Sustainability Department; and as liaison to existing subject matter experts within the Legal Department. A background in sustainability & ESG regulation and reporting, as well as corporate governance is preferred. Experience in the following specific areas of sustainability is preferred: nutrition & well-being,sustainable supply chain,environmental responsibility,employmentmatters andcommunityinvolvement.

Responsibilities
Ability to provide legal counsel on a broad range of sustainability matters, particularly in:

* developing and applying appropriate governance protocols for the setting, measuring and reporting of sustainability targets and progress against established targets

* developing and/or reviewing sustainability disclosures (internal and external) for accuracy, compliance with applicable laws and brand requirements

* supporting the Corporate Secretary in the area of sustainability, including through the preparation and/or review of pre-read materials for the Company s Board of Directors and its Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Committee

* supporting the Company s Global Sustainability Board; and advising on a variety of matters regarding the Company s engagement with NGOs.
Ability to:

* be a strategic partner and trusted advisor to business clients

* participate effectively and constructively as a member of a team;

* effectively communicate and influence clients at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership;

* develop innovative approaches to legal issues in support of strategic business initiatives and objectives;

* work effectively with business clients and legal colleagues from many countries

* establish proactive counseling relationships with various company departments as well as other members of legal organization

* find practical solutions to business challenges;

* exercise sound judgment, be able to work independently and efficiently under time pressures and deadlines in a fast-paced, demanding environment

* influence and lead cross-functional teams; and

* protect McDonald s Brand and act in a fiduciary capacity.
Minimum Requirements

* JD with significant legal experience (8+ years);

* Corporate in-house experience within a global, publicly traded company is preferred. Large law firm experience a

* plus

* Must have strong project management skills and be professional, proactive, enthusiastic and flexible.

* Excellent academic credentials.

*LI-SR
IndeedMCD
Country United States
State Illinois
City Oak Brook
Requisition Number 2293BR
EOE Statement McDonald s Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.