Legal Counsel

Job Title - Legal Counsel

Contract Type - Permanent

Role Closing Date - 16/07/2026

What you become part of

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We are in the privileged position of making, moving and selling some of the world’s most loved brands.

Our GB Legal team is a friendly, collaborative and hard-working team.. We work closely with People & Culture and senior stakeholders on a broad range of legal matters.

What to expect

In this role, you will work closely with the Associate Director, Legal – Employment and key stakeholders across the business.

• Advising on day-to-day employment law and employee relations issues, including flexible working requests and data subject access requests.
• Supporting complex disciplinaries, grievances, absence management and restructuring activity
• Managing and supporting all elements of employment tribunal claims, working with external Counsel
• Drafting and reviewing HR policies, contracts and settlement agreements
• Supporting Code of Conduct matters and internal investigations
• Supporting on projects and legislation change – including changes relating to the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Skills & Essentials

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 1–3 years’ PQE in employment law
• Strong grounding in employment law – including collective consultation and TUPE.
• Employment Tribunal experience
• Experience working with HR / Employee Relations stakeholders
• Excellent communication and drafting skills
• Ability to build relationships, provide pragmatic advice, manage competing priorities and work collaboratively

Desirable:

• Experience in labour relations / unionised environment, including European Works Councils.
• Experience with international companies (particularly in Europe) and cross-border work.

Why join us?

• Broad exposure to employment law, labour relations and projects..
• Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and influence outcomes.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Scope for involvement in international matters and cross-border initiatives.