Principal Corporate Counsel, Environmental Sustainability Legal Team (EMEA)The Regulatory Affairs team within Cisco’s Legal department focuses on environmental sustainability. The role is to provide regulatory guidance across a broad spectrum of EMEA environmental, supply chain, and product focused regulations.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitoring and interpreting applicable EMEA environmental sustainability regulations, standards, and directives, such as ROHS, REACH, WEEE, PFAS, EPR, ESPR, CSRD, and the EU Batteries Regulation.Driving Cisco’s environmental compliance strategy and developing internal processes, policies, and procedures in furtherance of that compliance strategy.Developing and providing training and updates to key stakeholders on regulatory requirements and developments.Collaborating with cross‑functional partners to integrate environmental sustainability compliance implementation requirements into product design and development processes.Partnering with Cisco’s Government Affairs team to help influence existing and evolving regulations.Participating and engaging with industry associations.Partnering with colleagues in Legal to respond to regulators and enforcement agencies, as needed.Minimum QualificationsQualified lawyer (LLB, JD, or equivalent) in any EU jurisdiction or the UK, with 7+ years post‑qualification experience in sustainability or related regulatory compliance fields.In‑depth knowledge of relevant environmental sustainability regulations.Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English; additional European languages are an advantage.Proven track record of working collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to develop, deliver, and guide effective, efficient regulatory compliance strategies and programs.Preferred QualificationsStrong experience working in or with multinational corporations, preferably in the technology sector.Experience working with regulatory bodies and industry groups.Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing AI‑powered tools or intelligence platforms to conduct risk assessments and enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the ability to predict and mitigate compliance risks.Excellent skills in written/verbal communication, time management, quantitative/analytical and process documentation.
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