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We have an excellent opportunity for a mid-level qualified lawyer to make a real difference at Kraft Heinz. The position of Legal Counsel, UKI and Nordics reports directly to the General Counsel, Northern Europe.

The purpose of the role is to provide commercial and pragmatic legal advice to the Kraft Heinz UKI factories and Marketing teams, as well as ongoing support to the Kraft Heinz Nordics business.

The role sits within the wider Europe & Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM) Zone Legal Team and from time to time may also support on EPDM Zone projects.

What you’ll do

The Legal Counsel, UKI will be a key business partner in the Kraft Heinz UKI Business Unit and will cover a variety of areas, including:

• General commercial contracts
• IP & brand portfolio law
• Competition law
• Company law
• Data protection
• Consumer, media and advertising
• Regulatory/Compliance
• Corporate Housekeeping/Company secretarial support

What you’ll need

• UK qualified with a minimum of 4+ years’ post qualification experience as a commercial lawyer (Contract drafting, IP, Consumer and Regulatory law, Advertising, Claims development & ASA disputes experience desirable)

• Legal education and training in a leading law firm and/or company
• FMCG experience, particularly in Food and Drinks sector, desirable
• Strong legal judgment with the capacity to make decisions and give advice that reflects an understanding of overall business objectives and the risks/rewards of each situation
• Research and drafting skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a non-legal audience

Professional Attributes

• Ability to Simplify
  • We like to keep it simple, and execute fast. You are able to bring simple solutions to complex challenges.
• Analytical
  • We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex information into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.
• Project management skills
  • You’re organized, structured, and always have an overview of the deliverables. You know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within a given timeframe.
• Networking skills
  • You’re interested in business conversations, motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have, the more easily you can get things done!
• Great teammate
  • Achieving with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower, but always working towards the same common goal, together.

What we offer you

• An ambitious employer with an industry-recognised career development pathway
• A meritocratic, pay for performance approach
• A fun, collaborative office culture that celebrates good food and good times with regular events and socials
• An active network of Business Resource Groups, sponsored by leadership, that promote education, celebration, & allyship, helping to create an inclusive work environment
• Flexible and hybrid working approach, including ability to work from abroad
• Family-friendly; market leading parental leave benefits & sponsored nursery scheme

Wellbeing

• Private medical cover & Digital GP
• Comprehensive Life Assurance & Group Income Protection
• Exclusive gym discounts & cycle to work scheme
• Premium membership to Calm App
• A variety of amazing sports teams & clubs!
• 3 volunteering days per year (e.g. Soup Kitchen, Magic Breakfast)

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .