Legal Counsel (FMCG - 6 months)

A global FMCG leader is looking for a Legal Counsel (6-month contract) to support its legal team, offering broad exposure to commercial contracts and project-related matters, along with valuable in-house experience. The organisation fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional development.

What you'll do:

• Negotiate, review, and draft a broad spectrum of contracts and legal documents to ensure compliance and protect organisational interests.
• Advise operational and functional departments across all areas of law including commercial, competition, data privacy, corporate governance, communications, real estate, information technology, and intellectual property.
• Maintain the high profile of the legal team throughout the business by actively participating in operational decision-making processes.
• Support business units by offering practical legal solutions that facilitate smooth operations while safeguarding regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to building a culture of knowledge sharing within the legal team by mentoring colleagues and promoting best practices.
• Engage in cross-functional projects that require legal input and help drive strategic initiatives forward.

What you bring:

• Bachelor of Laws degree with recognised credentials from reputable institutions.
• Minimum 6-8 years post-qualification experience (PQE) or above demonstrating a proven track record of advising on complex legal issues across multiple domains.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills complemented by strong negotiation abilities and confident presentation techniques.
• Strategic thinker capable of seamlessly transitioning between high-level strategy formulation, practical implementation steps, and tactical problem-solving opportunities.
• Ability to establish effective networks at all levels within the organisation as well as externally with international counterparts.
• Inclusive attitude that fosters positive inter-personal relationships within diverse teams.

What sets this company apart:

The organisation stands out for its commitment to flexible working opportunities that allow employees to achieve work-life balance without compromising on professional engagement. The company’s inclusive culture welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds while fostering inter-personal connections across departments. Overall, this is an environment where dependability is rewarded; those who value teamwork find themselves surrounded by like-minded professionals dedicated to mutual success.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact as Legal Counsel within an inclusive team environment that values your expertise—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

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