Sr. Counsel, Global Product Regulatory - Toro

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world‑class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in.

With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

Sr. Counsel, Global Product Regulatory: serve as TTC’s senior legal advisor for global product and packaging regulatory compliance, product safety, and market access. Shape and drive enterprise‑wide regulatory strategy, proactively anticipating and responding to evolving global requirements. Champion product safety and regulatory governance, positioning TTC as an industry leader in product compliance and risk management. Influence regulatory trends through advocacy at global industry associations.

Create high‑impact partnerships across product liability, engineering, product development, operations, EHS, sustainability, and marketing to align regulatory strategy with TTC’s long‑term commercial and innovation objectives.

• Lead TTC compliance across global product and packaging regulations including CPSC reporting, hazardous materials transportation, EMC, robotics/wireless regulations, energy efficiency, engine emissions, restricted chemicals, and related international standards.
• Provide legal strategy to TTC’s product safety governance processes, including issue identification, escalation, risk assessment and corrective action alignment.
• Support TTC’s Corporate Product Safety Board and divisional safety committees, providing clear legal guidance on product safety obligations and emerging regulatory risks.
• Advocate for TTC in global and North American industry associations (NAM, OPEI, AEM, PRBA), developing TTC’s positions and anticipating regulatory trends impacting TTC products and markets.
• Drive cross‑functional engagement with engineering, operations, EHS, product development, and marketing teams to interpret regulatory requirements, integrate compliance, and align strategy with business objectives.
• Oversee regulatory filings, certifications, and market access submissions; direct outside counsel and technical consultants to ensure effective and cost‑efficient support.
• Manage regulatory budgets, workflows, and internal communication processes supporting global product compliance.

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted or eligible for admission to the Minnesota State Bar.
• 8+ years of product and packaging regulatory experience, preferably in manufacturing, outdoor power equipment, or heavy machinery.
• Expertise interpreting domestic and international product compliance laws and standards.

Preferred qualifications:

• Engineering background is preferred.
• Product liability experience is a plus. Expertise in trade compliance is a plus.
• Strong communication, legal reasoning, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience guiding teams or direct reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and provide strategic, actionable regulatory guidance.
• Alignment with TTC People Values (trust, respect, integrity) and Performance Values (innovation, continuous improvement, delivering results).

• Competitive salary, with an annual range of $160,000 – $210,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our total rewards package.
• Affordable and top‑tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401(k), and many other great benefits.
• Casual, corporate environment – dress for your day; we encourage a relaxed style.
• Conveniently located near St. Paul and Minneapolis.
• Onsite café serving breakfast and lunch, including Caribou Coffee.
• Complimentary use of onsite fitness facility, mental health and…