Legal Counsel Iberia (temporary contract)

Reckitt; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in Barcelona. This role is pivotal in providing sound legal advice to various departments, ensuring compliance and navigating the complexities of the FMCG industry. You will engage in meaningful work that impacts the organization and society, collaborating with diverse teams to drive business growth while upholding ethical standards. If you are a seasoned lawyer with a passion for making a difference, this is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Servicios

Parental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Global Share Plans

Short-term Incentives

Formación

• Minimum of 7 years as an in-house lawyer or in a law firm.
• Knowledge of advertising, consumer protection, and competition law.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice on marketing activities and product launches.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts.
• Manage litigations and disputes.

Conocimientos

Integrity

Compliance Management

Excellent Communication Skills

Risk Management

Intellectual Property

Commercial Contracts

Marketing

Teamwork

Fact-based Decision Making

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Educación

Law Degree

Descripción del empleo

Legal Counsel Iberia (temporary contract)

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We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist : to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.

Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

Legal

Step into the world of our Legal and Compliance Function and prepare to be challenged and stretched with a combination of impact, innovation, and excellence. Our Legal team is at the forefront of shaping the corporate landscape and redefining the boundaries of what is possible.

We go beyond the traditional realms of a legal and compliance function. Transforming ourselves into strategic partners who help drive business growth, mitigating risks, and championing ethical and sustainable practices. Every day, our team deliver on groundbreaking transactions and navigate complex regulatory landscapes that help our organisation make a positive societal impact.

Join us, and you'll be collaborating towards shared goals, solving complex challenges, and leaving an enduring legacy.

About The Role

Step into the world of Reckitt as a Legal Counsel, where every decision you make matters. With your legal expertise, you will protect and empower a global organisation that's dedicated to making a difference. It's not just about the law; it's about being part of a team that inspires you to be the best. From safeguarding our operations to ensuring legal integrity, your role is pivotal to our collective success. Are you ready to make an impact where it really counts?

Your responsibilities

You will / You’ll be responsible for…

• Provide practical, effective, sound legal advice to the Marketing and Sales department on marketing activities and initiatives, product launches, advertising materials, campaigns, and promotions in the Iberia Region.
• Interact with the R&D department and thoroughly advise on product testing protocols and standards.
• Advise all Reckitt departments on competition law, commercial law, IP, data privacy, consumer products regulation, and corporate law.
• Implement and manage Reckitt compliance programs, focusing on antitrust, commercial policies (pricing, promotions), and Code of Conduct.
• Negotiate and draft commercial, distribution, consultancy, collaboration, and co-promotion contracts meeting Reckitt’s business needs and strategies.
• Keep updated on legislative changes recommending company adaptation and compliance.
• Manage litigations and disputes, including the management of external counsels within the budget constraints.
• Provide training to personnel, such as Competition Law, Reckitt’s Policies and Procedures, and Compliance.
• Perform any other work-related duties and tasks as assigned by the Line Manager

The experience we're looking for

• A minimum of 7 years of post-qualified experience as an in-house lawyer and / or in a law firm, familiarized with the FMCG industry. Knowledge of the pharma business is a strong plus;
• Solid knowledge and understanding of the legal and regulatory framework in the following areas of law : Advertising, Consumer protection, Commercial / Contract, and Competition Law.
• Knowledge of marketing and advertising in the FMCG industry and experience working with Marketing teams and / or advertising regulations is a strong plus.

The skills for success

Integrity, Corporate Governance, Compliance Management, Solutions Focused, Excellent Communication Skills, Risk management, Intellectual property, Patents, Commercial contracts, Marketing, Teamwork, Fact-based Decision Making, Ability to manage and prioritize workload, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Legal Services, Process Optimisation, Qualified Lawyer.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.

We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

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