Legal Counsel

b Overview /b p In this Legal Counsel role, you support global business expansion and day-to-day legal affairs across EMEA, APAC, and Travel Retail. You provide high-quality legal advice, draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, and help implement compliant processes with cross-functional teams. You will work closely with the senior legal team to manage risks and enable growth for a fast-paced, globally growing beauty brand. This is a chance to shape legal frameworks in a dynamic, culture-driven company with a strong emphasis on empowerment and innovation. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) /li li Pension and life assurance /li li Medicash /li li Employee Assist Programme /li li Dog-friendly days /li li Product discount and gifting /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Assist with procurement, retail and expansion matters under supervision /li li Provide day-to-day legal queries and commercial risk advice /li li Develop and implement legal procedures and policies for regulatory compliance /li li Draft, negotiate and review contracts and regulatory/contractual documents /li li Support legal proceedings and coordinate with external counsel as needed /li li Prepare and deliver legal training for staff /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Qualified Solicitor – England and Wales (1-2 PQE) /li li Experience advising on multi-jurisdictional issues is desirable /li li Experience with global brand environments is a plus /li li Strong communication and stakeholder management skills /li li Commercial mindset and ability to draft and negotiate using templates and precedents /li li Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment /li /ul ul li Clear communication /li li Stakeholder relationship management /li li Adaptability /li li Contract drafting and negotiation /li li Regulatory compliance understanding /li li Risk assessment and management /li /ul