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Legal Counsel

St Albans Permanent £75,000 - £95,000 per year View 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.
  • Join a leading FMCG Organisation with iconic brands
  • Be part of a high calibre legal team and take on excellent work.

About Our Client

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

Job Description

  • 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.

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on Offer

  • 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.

Contact
Tom Hart
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6830240
Phone number
0207 2692498

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
St Albans
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Hart
Consultant phone
0207 2692498
Job reference
JN-092025-6830240