Environmental Regulatory Counsel

Job Description:

Environmental Regulatory Counsel

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public or government sectors to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Environmental Regulatory Counsel, you will provide specialized legal guidance that supports the company’s compliance with global environmental requirements and strengthens its environmental management systems. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in at least one core environmental regulatory area – water, air, or waste – along with the ability and willingness to develop expertise across the others. This position requires close collaboration with cross‑functional teams, business leadership, environmental professionals, and external authorities to ensure the company meets its regulatory, operational, and strategic objectives. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Advising on federal, state, local, and international environmental requirements tied to expertise and experience in area(s) of water, air, or hazardous and solid waste management, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, CERCLA/SARA, EPCRA, and related regulations.
• Supporting compliance initiatives by providing legal reviews, assessing regulatory obligations, interpreting environmental requirements, and advising on compliance strategies.
• Working with global colleagues to address environmental compliance needs across international facilities.
• Providing legal guidance on contaminated site investigations, remediation projects, and related regulatory processes.
• Assisting with developing and implementing environmental compliance programs, risk assessments, audit activities, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in environmental due diligence during acquisitions and support post‑closing integration efforts.
• Support environmental aspects of real estate transactions, including evaluating potential liabilities and advising on regulatory obligations.
• Contribute to corporate environmental strategy by assessing regulatory trends and advising on long‑term compliance planning.
• Helping develop training and communication materials to strengthen environmental compliance awareness across the organization.

Your Skills and Expertise 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree (completed and verified prior to start) and member of a United States bar in good standing
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Science (completed and verified prior to start)
• Eight (8) years of environmental regulatory counseling experience in a private, public or government setting

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Engineering or Technical degree;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Experience working in or with industry, particularly manufacturing;
• Experience with environmental compliance programs;
• Strong academic background;
• Demonstrated capacity to operate in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent writing ability.

Work Location: 

• This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in  Maplewood, MN

Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: Is not authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being 

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. 

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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $212,947 - $260,268, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 03/16/2026 To 04/15/2026 Or until filled

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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