Assistant General Counsel - (Washington, DC)

The American Chemistry Council (ACC), a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for Assistant General Counsel in its Legal Services Department. ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. The position is responsible for providing legal counsel and policy support on American Chemistry Council (ACC) corporate commercial law issues and advocacy issues related to emergency response services, training, tax compliance, and transportation and tax advocacy, protecting ACCs legal interests and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.The position is also responsible for managing legal matters in assigned areas, including assisting in the selection of outside counsel as needed, managing outside counsel