Legal Counsel

Molson Coors Beverage; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Burton upon Trent is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support for commercial agreements and compliance issues. Candidates should be qualified solicitors experienced in contract negotiation, with a strong capability in managing legal risks. Join a company that values tradition and innovation while promoting responsible drinking and sustainability in the community.

Benefits

Flexible work programs

Commitment to wellbeing

Equal Parent Leave

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial law.
• Strong communication skills for negotiating contracts.
• Ability to manage legal risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Advise on compliance and legal matters.
• Support procurement team on vendor contracts.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor with UK practising certificate

Experience in drafting commercial contracts

Job description

Requisition ID: 36163

Brands to love, Careers to last.

Why You Should Join Us

At Molson Coors, we\'ve been bringing people together over a cold beer for more than 200 years. Our award-winning portfolio includes beloved brands such as Coors, Carling, Madri Excepcional and Blue Moon, our diverse range also features popular brands like Aspall, Rekorderlig, Staropramen, Doom Bar. As a global leader in the beverage industry, we are deeply committed to promoting responsible drinking and driving sustainability. With a presence in over 100 countries and a team of 16,000 employees, we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable future for our communities and championing responsible drinking worldwide. Joining us means becoming part of a company that values tradition while innovating to meet the evolving tastes of our consumers. We believe in celebrating all of life’s moments together and making a positive impact in the world. As a People First organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

Your Purpose

As a Commercial Legal Counsel at Molson Coors, you will provide comprehensive legal support across various commercial matters. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, advising on legal risks, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The solicitor will work closely with different business units to support their commercial objectives and mitigate legal risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including supply agreements, service contracts, and framework agreements; provide legal advice on contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with business objectives and legal requirements, and manage contract disputes and negotiate settlements when necessary.
• Advise on a broad range of commercial legal matters, including intellectual property, data protection, and compliance with regional laws, ensuring that all legal aspects are thoroughly covered.
• Identify and manage legal risks by providing practical and commercially focused solutions that help mitigate potential issues and support business operations.
• Support the procurement team on vendor contracts, tender processes, and supplier disputes, ensuring that all procurement activities are legally sound and effectively managed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, maintain internal policies and procedures, and assist in delivering legal and compliance training to various business units to enhance their understanding and adherence to legal requirements.
• Implement and improve precedent agreements, such as risk matrices and guidelines, as well as template agreements and clauses, and provide training to support the OPS Team, focusing on continual improvement to ensure templates remain fit for purpose.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with post-qualification experience, holding a current UK practising certificate; skilled in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage demanding clients, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in fast-paced environments with creativity and effective problem-solving skills.
• The ability to operate and influence effectively across different stakeholder levels, demonstrating flexibility of style and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in teams, and capable of acquiring and maintaining business knowledge to contribute to strategy.

You may not meet all the criteria for the role, but don\'t let that stop you from applying. We all need to learn and develop and we can help you do this here at Molson Coors.

About Us

• We’re one of the UK’s Most Attractive Employers winning the Top Employer award for the last 12 years.
• Equal Parent Leave - as much or as little as you wish of 52 weeks parent leave, with 26 weeks at full pay irrespective of gender or path to parenthood.
• Flexible work programmes to ensure a work life balance is maintained such as our market leading Moments That Matter for significant moments in your life.
• Commitment to the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people reflective of our People First value.
• We’re committed to raising industry standards and leaving a positive imprint on our employees, consumers, communities and the environment which is reflected in Our Beer Print and our 2025 sustainability targets.

Molson Coors Beverage Company: Building Careers

Molson Coors Beverage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together.

Our aim to build a skilled and highly engaged workforce that unites around our shared values and reflects our diverse marketplace; and foster a workplace where all employees’ unique talents, skills and perspectives are valued and leveraged – where all people feel that we are #BetterWithYou. This makes our talent strategy simple – we want the best talent in all our roles, regardless of their background.

We are Disability Confident Committed. If you require any additional assistance or adjustments in advance of, or during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We want you to succeed and will be happy to support you.