Senior Legal Counsel - UK & Ireland Personal Care (Hybrid)

Manpower; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is currently seeking an interim Senior Legal Counsel to support its global FMCG client. The role is based in the UK and involves business partnering for the Personal Care business, providing legal advice on marketing claims and handling litigation. Candidates must be fully qualified UK lawyers with commercial legal experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a mix of remote and onsite work, with a competitive salary range from £70,000 to £77,000 per annum, subject to experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified UK lawyer with PQE in marketing/commercial/compliance.
• Experience working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders and business leadership teams.
• Ability to analyse legal risks and provide commercial advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on product claims and marketing materials.
• Coordinate competition law issues and manage litigation.
• Support strategic initiatives and provide business advice on agreements.

Skills

General marketing/commercial/compliance legal experience

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

Excellent communication skills

Business acumen

Stakeholder management

Education

Fully qualified UK lawyer

Job description

A staffing agency is currently seeking an interim Senior Legal Counsel to support its global FMCG client. The role is based in the UK and involves business partnering for the Personal Care business, providing legal advice on marketing claims and handling litigation. Candidates must be fully qualified UK lawyers with commercial legal experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a mix of remote and onsite work, with a competitive salary range from £70,000 to £77,000 per annum, subject to experience.