Marketing Lawyer

Page Personnel; St Albans; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG business is seeking a Senior Counsel to take the lead on all consumer legal matters. The role involves providing strategic legal advice, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This position offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative legal team in a renowned global company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellness plans

Pension plans

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Senior Counsel experience in FMCG or retail sectors.
• Strong understanding of commercial law and consumer protection.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on commercial and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Manage disputes and regulatory investigations.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Drafting

Education

Qualified lawyer with a practicing certificate

Job description

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• Senior Counsel for a leading FMCG business
• Take the lead on all consumer legal matters for the business

About Our Client

This small-sized company operates within the FMCG industry and is recognised as a global leader in its field. It is known for its innovative products and strong market presence, fostering a professional environment that encourages collaboration and excellence.

Job Description

• Provide strategic legal advice on commercial, regulatory, and operational matters across the FMCG value chain.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including supply, distribution, co-manufacturing, marketing, and licensing agreements.
• Advise on advertising, promotions, and product claims to ensure compliance with consumer protection and advertising standards.
• Support product development and innovation teams with regulatory compliance, including labelling, packaging, and sustainability claims.
• Manage legal aspects of relationships with retailers, suppliers, and third-party service providers.
• Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations affecting the FMCG sector, including advertising, environmental, and competition law.
• Handle disputes, litigation, and regulatory investigations in collaboration with external counsel.
• Deliver training and guidance to internal teams on legal and compliance matters.
• Contribute to the development of legal policies, templates, and best practices.
• Coach and mentor other junior members of the Legal team.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified lawyer with a current practicing certificate in England and Wales.
• Senior Counsel experience, ideally with a mix of private practice and in-house roles in the FMCG or retail sector.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law, consumer protection, advertising regulations, and supply chain legal issues.
• Understanding of food and product safety regulations is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal issues in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, and pension plans.
• Experience working within a strong legal team in a global FMCG leader.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture.