At a Glance
- Tasks: Negotiate contracts and support major sponsorships for iconic brands like Budweiser and Stella Artois.
- Company: Join AB InBev, a leader in brewing with a legacy of beloved brands.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 holidays, health perks, a beer allowance, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture focused on innovation and personal development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment while working on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial contracts and fast-paced environments.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
Purpose: Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Budweiser, and Corona, and well-known favourites such as Camden Hells, Beck’s, and Leffe. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
The role: Reporting to the Head of Legal (UK and Ireland), the Legal Counsel operates within Budweiser Brewing Group (“BBG”), a proud part of AB InBev. Based in a vibrant office in the City of London, you will join a fast-paced and dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to support and influence key projects and commercial activity. This role supports both BBG’s well-established UK business and its rapidly expanding operations in Ireland. BBG is an office-based company, with team members working on-site five days a week. Our office environment plays a key role in maintaining our culture; we believe that in-person collaboration fosters stronger communication, faster problem-solving, and more meaningful professional development.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Commercial contracts: Lead the negotiation and drafting of sales, sponsorship, and outsourced service agreements, including logistics, procurement, and warehousing.
- Sponsorship agreements: Work on major sponsorships, including partnerships across the FIFA World Cup, the Olympics, Wimbledon, and the English Football Association, alongside partnerships with the likes of Live Nation and Netflix.
- Marketing: Work with our brand marketing teams to bring our brilliant brands and mega-partnerships to life in a legally compliant way.
- Competition law: Apply knowledge of competition law in commercial decision-making.
- Process digitisation: Collaborate with European legal colleagues on digitising legal workflows, including responsible AI adoption.
- Litigation: Support the management and resolution of commercial disputes and litigation.
- Innovation: Work with local and global colleagues in product and packaging innovation as we seek to lead and grow the beer category.
- Corporate governance: Support the Company Secretary in keeping Companies House filings up to date.
- Compliance training: Contribute to the delivery of BBG’s annual compliance training programme.
Who we’re looking for:
- Qualified as a Solicitor in the UK or other relevant jurisdiction.
- Proven experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
- Proven experience in supporting or working for a consumer organisation is desirable.
- Experience operating in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits & Perks:
- 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options.
- Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection.
- Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme).
- 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers.
- A beer allowance to enjoy our brands.
- 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community.
- Life assurance & charitable giving.
Why build your career with us: We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.
UNIQUE CULTURE: We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES: We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favourites.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.
Location: United Kingdom London
Type: Full time
Legal Counsel in London employer: 10 Barrel Brewing Company
At AB InBev, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and open communication. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide numerous opportunities for career advancement, alongside generous benefits such as comprehensive health coverage, a beer allowance, and 25 holidays plus bank holidays. Join us in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire to be part of a legacy that empowers you to dream big and make a meaningful impact in the beer and food industry.
