Legal Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Founded by British makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury MBE in 2013, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has revolutionised the face of the global beauty industry by de-coding makeup applications for everyone, everywhere, with an easy-to-use, easy-to-choose, easy-to-gift range. Today, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty continues to break records across countries, channels, and categories and to scale at pace.

Over the last 10 years, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has experienced exceptional growth and is one of the most talked about brands in the beauty industry and beyond. It has become a global sensation across 50 markets (and growing), with over 2,300 employees globally who are part of the Dream Team making the magic happen.

Today, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty is a truly global business, delivering market-leading growth, innovative retail and product launches fuelled by industry-leading tech — all with an internal culture of embracing challenges, disruptive thinking, winning together, and sharing the magic. The energy behind the brand is infectious, and as we grow, we are always looking for extraordinary talent who want to be part of this our success and help drive our limitless ambitions.

As Legal Counsel for Charlotte Tilbury Beauty you will report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property (Global). You will provide legal support to the international business on all aspects of intellectual property law, including advising on the Group’s global trademark portfolio, delivering to the business the very highest standards of legal advice and regulatory compliance whilst supporting the business with its international growth.

You will also provide legal support to the global (excluding China) direct and indirect procurement teams negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts relating to the supply chain, professional services, logistics, facilities, visual merchandise and other third‑party engagements.

You will support the legal team to develop and enhance effective working processes with the business to ensure that the business’ objectives are achieved within appropriate timescales and with the relevant stakeholder approval.

• Assisting with legal affairs relating to intellectual property with supervision from the Head of Intellectual Property (Global), including day‑to‑day operation of the Group’s trademark and brand protection work supporting on and running with clearance searches, filings and prosecution matters
• Drafting cease and desist letters and supporting with enforcement strategies for the businesses’ IP portfolio
• Providing intellectual property guidance and training to stakeholders across the business
• Supporting the business with day‑to‑day legal queries, identifying legal risks and providing commercially sound advice
• Assisting with the development and implementation of legal procedures and policies to ensure the business’ compliance with applicable laws
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts, including supply agreements, co‑existence agreements, settlement agreements and licences
• Supporting the business with IP related disputes and legal proceedings, working with outside counsel when required
• Assisting with the preparation of papers and minutes for the Group’s monthly Intellectual Property Committee meetings
• Preparing and conducting legal training for staff

Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Accurate, clear and concise communication (written and oral) of legal and non‑legal information
• Knows the importance of good working relationships (internal and external); communicates and builds trust and rapport
• Demonstrates presentation skills that effectively convey a message
• Organises and co‑ordinates workload and priorities to provide timely and effective support
• Show flexibility and overcomes difficulties to achieve results within targets and timescales
• Demonstrates and displays the Charlotte Tilbury values at all times

Professional Excellence and Business Acumen

• Qualified legal professional
• Researches effectively to develop understanding of the law or specialist area
• Drafts and negotiates in a logical manner using standard templates and precedents. Takes ownership of documentation produced
• Applies knowledge and skills relevant to role. Works with a commercial mind set
• Exercises judgment on when to seek advice or escalation
• Demonstrates structured analysis and interpretation of legal and non‑legal information
• Recognises, understands and communicates project risks
• Knows how activities, processes and systems relevant to the role fit together and interact
• Understands the foundations of the beauty/retail market and seeks to learn more
• Demonstrates understanding and awareness of other cultures, jurisdictions and business approaches
• Shares ideas and identifies and acts on opportunities to contribute to the team’s knowledge bank (templates / play books) for their specialist area

Personal Conduct

• Enthusiastic, responsible and accurate in the work environment
• Demonstrates ability to work in a changing and fast paced environment responding well to change and challenges
• Hungry to learn - seeks feedback and learns from it
• Understands priorities. Asks questions to understand context, clarify deadlines and understand expectations
• Encourages and supports others to adapt to change
• Takes the initiative and demonstrates personal ownership to get things done despite barriers and obstacles

• Qualified Solicitor – England and Wales (1‑2 years’ PQE)
• Strong experience and knowledge of intellectual property and commercial law
• Solid training and qualifications from a leading national or international law firm or reputable business
• Experience of working for a global brand and advising on multi‑jurisdictional issues is highly desirable

• Office based: Central London (hybrid working, office based for 3 days per week)
• Charlotte Tilbury is a dynamic and fun place to work. As a result, the business drivers can change regularly, and the Legal Counsel will be expected to work at a demanding and efficient pace.

Charlotte Tilbury is a fast‑paced and dynamic environment where nimble mindsets, striving to deliver the best and wanting to be part of a global #dreaamteam are key. Even though we have requirements, our experience and background are just a guide, we still love to welcome applicants with more or less experience stated, provided necessary skills can be demonstrated.

• Be a part of this values driven, high growth, magical journey with an ultimate vision to empower everyone, everywhere to be the best version of themselves
• We’re a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey
• Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all
• Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues
• Bring your fury friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces
• And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting!

At Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, our mission is to empower everybody in the world to be the most beautiful version of themselves. We celebrate and support this by encouraging and hiring people with diverse backgrounds, cultures, voices, beliefs, and perspectives into our growing global workforce. By doing so, we better serve our communities, customers, employees - and the candidates that take part in our recruitment process.

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