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.

• 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.

Join a leading FMCG Organisation with iconic brandsBe part of a high calibre legal team and take on excellent work.
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

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

• 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.

Skills Required