Legal Counsel Iberia (Temporary Contract)

buscojobs España; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in hygiene, health, and nutrition seeks a Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice, manage compliance programs, and ensure legal integrity across departments. Join a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the FMCG industry.

Servicios

Parental Leave

Mental Health Programs

Life Insurance

Global Share Plans

Formación

• At least 7 years of post-qualified experience as an in-house lawyer or in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of advertising, consumer protection, commercial/contract, and competition law.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice to Marketing and Sales departments.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts aligned with business strategies.
• Manage litigation and disputes, including coordination with external legal counsel.

Conocimientos

Integrity

Communication

Risk Management

Teamwork

Descripción del empleo

Job Description: Legal Counsel at Reckitt

This role is with Reckitt, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

About Reckitt

Reckitt is home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose is to protect, heal, and nurture in the pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. Join our global team dedicated to making access to high-quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right, not a privilege.

Legal and Compliance Function

Our Legal team is innovative and strategic, shaping the corporate landscape and redefining possibilities. We go beyond traditional legal functions to drive business growth, mitigate risks, and promote ethical and sustainable practices. Join us to collaborate on impactful challenges and leave a lasting legacy.

About the Role

As a Legal Counsel at Reckitt, your decisions will significantly impact our global organization. Your expertise will help safeguard our operations and uphold legal integrity, contributing to our collective success. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact?

Your Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Marketing and Sales departments on activities, product launches, advertising, campaigns, and promotions in the Iberia Region.
• Consult with R&D on product testing protocols and standards.
• Advise on competition law, commercial law, IP, data privacy, consumer regulation, and corporate law across departments.
• Implement and manage compliance programs focusing on antitrust, commercial policies, and the Code of Conduct.
• Negotiate and draft commercial, distribution, consultancy, collaboration, and co-promotion contracts aligned with business strategies.
• Stay updated on legislative changes and advise on necessary company adaptations.
• Manage litigation and disputes, including coordination with external legal counsel within budget constraints.
• Provide training on Competition Law, company policies, and compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Line Manager.

Experience & Skills Needed

• At least 7 years of post-qualified experience as an in-house lawyer or in a law firm, preferably within the FMCG industry. Pharma experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of advertising, consumer protection, commercial/contract, and competition law.
• Experience working with marketing teams and understanding advertising regulations is highly desirable.

Skills for Success

• Integrity, corporate governance, compliance management.
• Excellent communication, risk management, and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of intellectual property, patents, and commercial contracts.
• Ability to prioritize workload and focus on continuous improvement.

What We Offer

We prioritize inclusion and support our employees through various benefits, including parental leave, mental health programs, life insurance, and global share plans. We recognize potential and value diversity, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.