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Marketing Lawyer

Michael Page (UK)

St Albans

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

A leading FMCG business seeks a Senior Counsel to oversee legal matters. The role involves providing strategic advice on commercial and regulatory issues, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with laws. The company offers a competitive salary, a hybrid working model, and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working model.
Collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

  • Senior Counsel experience, ideally with a mix of private practice and in-house roles.
  • Proven ability to manage complex legal issues.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial law and product safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic legal advice on commercial and regulatory matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts.
  • Advise on compliance with advertising and consumer protection laws.

Skills

Commercial law
Consumer protection
Advertising regulations
Contract negotiation
Communication

Education

Qualified lawyer with a current practicing certificate

Job description

  • 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.
  • Hybrid working model.
  • Experience working within a strong legal team in a global FMCG leader.
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture.


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