Legal Counsel

Michael Page Legal; St Albans; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice within the FMCG industry in St. Albans. The successful candidate will support business operations, ensure compliance, and manage external legal relationships. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on intellectual property and data protection laws, and providing training to internal teams. This permanent position offers competitive salary and a benefits package, including growth opportunities and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Car allowance

Performance-based bonus

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in either private practice or an in-house setting.
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and brand-related issues preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to support business decisions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including commercial agreements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks ensuring compliance.
• Support on intellectual property matters, including trademarks.
• Advise on data protection and privacy laws.
• Assist in dispute resolution and litigation matters.

Skills

Legal advice and guidance

Contract drafting and negotiation

Intellectual property knowledge

Data protection knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified legal professional

Job description

The Legal Counsel role offers an exciting opportunity to provide expert legal advice within the FMCG industry. This permanent position, based in St. Albans, requires a proactive professional to support business operations and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Client Details

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

Description

• 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.

Profile

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

Job 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.