Senior Legal Counsel - Major Global Drinks Brand
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Legal
- Location
- England, Middlesex, Uxbridge
- Salary
- £70000 - £85000 per annum
- Posted
- 07 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 04 Nov 2018
- Ref
- 13954949
- Contact
- Tom Hart
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- FMCG / Retail, Media / Entertainment
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
I am looking for a senior commercial lawyer with specialist experience in areas that include marketing, advertising, sponsorship, media and entertainment to take the lead on the Marketing, Sponsorship and Entertainment work for the organisation across EMEA
Client Details
A well known global drinks brand with strong a great reputation, based in Uxbridge, with a strong presence in motorsports, action sports, music and gaming
Description
We are seeking an experienced commercial lawyer with strong awareness of media and entertainment to manage the marketing function of the EMEA legal team.
This is a role with significant responsibilities. Candidates should have at least 7 years' post qualification experience gained in private practice and/or in-house. Experience within the FMCG sector would also be an advantage. Candidates from top tier organisations with impressive academics and relevant experience are invited to apply.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Working closely with the Global legal team and the EMEA Marketing team, the successful candidate will be the lead marketing counsel in EMEA.
- Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on various types of contracts including sponsorship agreements, IP licence agreements, brand partnership agreements, media agreements, promotion terms and conditions, and music licences.
- Providing advice and counsel to the marketing team and the business generally.
- Reviewing, updating, refining and implementing procedures and policies for the provision of legal services and the mitigation of risk.
- Determining the need for and obtaining/delivering legal services with respect to commercial claims, litigations and proceedings.
- Representing the business in its discussions with the holders of intellectual property rights, commercial rights, media rights and music rights across all sectors.
- Providing advice on legal risks associated with marketing proposals across EMEA.
- Providing leadership on legal matters associated with the marketing and advertising of our brands and products in international markets.
- Partnering closely with marketing, sales, trade development, HR, finance and the legal department personnel to support the marketing and promotion of our brands.
- Providing analysis and counsel on various relevant legal issues as they arise.
- Providing risk assessment advice to the business.
- Ensuring legal compliance in all areas of the Company's operation.
- Assisting the EMEA legal team in a broad range of matters including corporate, commercial, property, media, intellectual property, data protection and sponsorship
Profile
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- At least 7 years of post-qualification experience in the practice of law.
- Demonstrable commercial awareness
- Experience in media, IP and music law.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.
- Experience in developing practical solutions to resolve legal issues and achieve business goals.
- Ability to travel throughout EMEA as required for the business
- Provide legal guidance to the commercial managers of the business.
- Experience in commercial negotiations.
- Drafting, reviewing and advising on commercial contracts.
- Reporting to finance, marketing and sales teams on the status of contracts
- Managing external legal services providers across EMEA
Job Offer
A competitive base salary and benefits package is on offer.