Cisco Leader Senior Corporate Counsel 

United States, District of Columbia, Washington 

891040823

The application window is expected to close on: 2/5/2025

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Please note this role can be anywhere in the United States.

• Leading a team of lawyers and regulatory specialists focused on environmental sustainability matters.
• Providing strategic legal advice and support on regulatory compliance including key requirements related to corporate governance and reporting, packaging and product materials, recycling, and circular design.
• Developing policies, guidelines, and procedures to promote compliance with environmental sustainability requirements.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Cisco’s Chief Sustainability Office, Finance, Supply Chain, and engineering to implement legal strategies that enable business objectives.
• Partnering with Cisco’s Government Affairs team to help shape evolving regulations.
• Recommending pragmatic solutions to potential compliance issues.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and licensed in good standing.
• 10+ years of relevant in-house legal and/or law firm experience with strong knowledge of environmental sustainability laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of motivating, empowering, supporting and engaging legal professionals to achieve optimal business results, develop their skills and careers, and enjoy their work.
• Strong experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop, deliver, and guide effective, efficient regulatory compliance strategies and programs.
• Ability to lead and manage complex projects; excellent presentation and written communication skills to both business and legal audiences.

• Experience working in a large technology company or similar industry.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and industry groups.