Role
The position is responsible for the legal support of brands such as Molton Brown and our Consumer Care brand portfolio; John Frieda, Biore, Curel and Bondi Sands. Reporting into the Legal Director EMEA, you will form part of a dynamic and commercially focused team supporting multiple stakeholders across the Kao business.
Responsibilities
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts including supplier agreements, wholesale and distributor agreements, IT and technology contracts, and various marketing agreements.
* Managing litigation and commercial dispute resolution including coordinating and, where applicable, supervising external counsel on key disputes.
* Providing legal support on handling regulatory matters generally.
* Advising the business on issues related to current and upcoming green legislation, including the practical steps required to ensure compliance from a contractual, product labelling and marketing perspective.
* Delivering advice on competition law matters, advertising and general consumer law.
* Advising commercial teams on relevant changes in laws and regulations in the UK and EU.
* Providing strategic legal and commercial advice across all business areas and promoting the Legal function both internally and externally.
* Optimising legal processes and maintaining the legal precedent database.
* Conducting Integrity, Anti‑Trust, IP and UK Bribery Act trainings for the groups UK entities.
Qualifications
* Degree educated or equivalent.
* Qualified Solicitor.
* Solid training and qualification from a leading city or national law firm preferred.
* In‑house experience is essential, preferably within the beauty, fashion, retail or FMCG industry.
* Excellent knowledge in general commercial, contract, consumer and competition law.
* Deep understanding of complex matters and sound business acumen.
* Good technical understanding, especially of cosmetic industry and regulations.
* Affinity to work with and a sound understanding of luxury global brands.
* Proactive in working on issues and leading to a resolution.
* Ability to develop wide networks in the industry and build relationships with colleagues, including individuals in management.
* Demonstrates a practical and commercial approach in dealing with a variety of legal issues across multiple jurisdictions and legal systems.
* Personable and approachable, with excellent communication skills.
Benefits
A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, a benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard; your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.
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