Legal Intern

Kraft Heinz Company; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Netherlands is seeking an enthusiastic Bachelor or Master student to join the Legal Department in Amsterdam as an intern. You will take ownership of varied tasks in commercial and corporate matters and collaborate with business teams and senior leaders.

You will draft and revise contracts, review marketing materials, assist with corporate actions, and conduct legal research under Dutch and Belgian law.

Qualifications

• Graduating in Law, preferably with some in-house or law firm experience.
• Advanced English language level (B2-C1).
• Native Dutch speaker or advanced Dutch (B2-C1).
• Excellent digital skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, e-Signature tools).
• Eager to learn, organized, proactive self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise national and international contracts (sales, distribution, marketing, procurement).
• Support review of marketing campaigns and materials.
• Assist in corporate legal activities (powers of attorney, board/shareholders resolutions).
• Conduct legal research under Dutch and Belgian law.

Job description

Job Description Job Description We have an outstanding learning opportunity for an enthusiastic Bachelor or Master student who is interested in making a difference in the Legal Department at Kraft Heinz! You would be dealing with a wide variety of legal matters with focus on commercial and corporate activities. We offer an upbeat and innovative work environment. Besides from your daily tasks, you are motivated to speak up and generate new insights. We appreciate a new perspective! Our team consists of creative problem solvers, and high performers worldwide. We stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we redefine the food industry with daring thinking and outstanding results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: Join our table and let’s make life delicious!

The position Every internship at Kraft Heinz Netherlands offers unique learning opportunities to develop new knowledge and skills, gain real business experience, get exposure to senior leadership, and attend personalized trainings. As an intern you will take ownership of projects and work closely with the business on day-to-day challenges. We are looking for an intern who is not afraid to speak up and share their opinion. You will be communicating with several stakeholders, aiding with day-to-day operational activities as well as helping with short-term and long-term projects.

Main responsibilities

• Assistance in the drafting and revision of national and international contracts, including sales, distribution, marketing, procurement;
• Support in review of marketing campaigns and materials;
• Support in corporate legal activities, for example drafting power of attorneys, board -and shareholders resolutions;
• Legal research on broad variety of topics under both Dutch and Belgian law;
• (Assistance in) creation of legal templates and training materials for the business;
• (Assistance in) preparation of memos, advice and legal opinions on variety of legal topics;
• Support in administrative matters such as archiving of paper and pdf documents and database maintenance;
• Monitoring of legislative and jurisprudential news with relative updating for the legal department.

Required Skills

• Graduating in Law, preferably with some in-house experience or experience in a law firm;
• Ideally native Dutch speaker or at least, advanced Dutch language (B2-C1).
• Advanced English language leve l(B2-C1).
• Knowledge of the French language preferable, not required;
• Excellent digital skills (i.e. Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, e-Signature tools);
• Eager to learn, takes ownerships of tasks, well organized, assertive, pro-active self starter and able to manage and prioritize workload.

Please Note: you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) to proceed for this position;

Location(s) Amsterdam

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

ABOUT US

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

WHY US

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

INCLUSION MATTERS TO US

Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.