Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); St Albans; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG Organisation is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to provide legal advice, draft contracts, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and requires strong problem-solving and communication skills. Competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth are offered in this permanent position.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Performance-based bonus

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in either private practice or in-house legal settings.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts is essential.
• Knowledge of Intellectual property, Marketing, and Brand issues is beneficial.
• Understanding of data protection and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to support business decisions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks in compliance with regulations.
• Support on intellectual property matters and manage relationships with legal advisors.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Qualified legal professional

Job description

Join a leading FMCG Organisation with iconic brands. Be part of a high calibre legal team and take on excellent work.

About Our Client

This role is with a well-established organisation in the FMCG industry that owns an exciting range of iconic British brands.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to support business decisions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including commercial agreements and supplier arrangements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while ensuring adherence to internal policies and external legal requirements.
• Support the business on intellectual property matters, including trademarks and copyrights.
• Manage relationships with external legal advisors and ensure cost-effective use of their services.
• Advise on data protection and privacy laws, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist in dispute resolution, including handling claims and litigation matters.
• Provide training and updates to internal teams on legal and compliance matters.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• A qualified legal professional with experience in either private practice or an in-house setting.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating a variety of contracts and agreements.
• Knowledge of Intellectual property, Marketing, Advertising and Brand related issues would be highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of data protection, and compliance regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Generous benefits package, including a car allowance and performance-based bonus.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the FMCG industry.
• Supportive and collaborative working.
• Permanent position offering stability and career progression.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, apply now.