At a Glance
- Tasks: Draft and negotiate tech and commercial contracts while supporting procurement activities.
- Company: Join Pernod Ricard, a global leader in the spirits industry with a rich heritage.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, 28 days holiday, and employee discounts on premium brands.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of conviviality and diversity in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic legal team at a prestigious company.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with experience in commercial and technology law.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
About us
We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world’s top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries.
This position is based at Chivas Brothers, the Pernod Ricard business dedicated to Scotch whisky. Its award-winning portfolio features some of the world’s most revered single malt and blended Scotch whisky brands.
Your new role
As part of a busy legal team, you will be working autonomously with stakeholders. You will draft, review and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial contracts (SaaS, cloud, software licensing, IT services, outsourcing). You will support procurement activities, including RFx processes, supplier selection, and contract award negotiations. You will provide legal support on operational matters (procurement, supply chain, supplier disputes) and help resolve contractual issues. You will work with our in-house experts to advise on data protection and cybersecurity matters.
Who you’ll be working with
You will work with the Global Operations & Procurement Legal team, who are based in Glasgow, together with a number of global locations. You will partner with global stakeholders (Tech, Procurement, Legal) and contribute to regulatory monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Your blend of talent
- You are a qualified solicitor in Scots or English law.
- You have a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in commercial and technology law (law firm and/or in-house), with strong exposure to IT contracts, SaaS and data protection.
- You have solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in an international environment.
- You are comfortable working with cross-functional and global stakeholders, building strong relationships across teams.
- You are comfortable working alone on matters, whilst being aware when escalation is required.
- You are fluent in English, with strong communication skills.
- You are curious, agile, and genuinely interested in technology, digital transformation and innovation.
- You are organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- You are business-oriented, pragmatic, and able to balance legal risk with operational needs.
Our mix of benefits
- Private medical insurance
- Critical illness cover
- An optional healthcare cash plan
- Dental insurance
- 28 days’ annual holiday
- Employee pension
- Share incentive plan
- Family care
- Season ticket loans
- Free mortgage advice
- Payroll giving
- Gifts & discounts, including an allowance each year to spend on our brands in our staff shop and employee discounts from a range of high street retailers
- Office bar
- Employee-run networks
- Culture of flexibility and trust
- Variety of tools and resources to help you focus on your wellbeing and mental fitness
We’re committed to diversity and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit. We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business and supply chain.
Responsible drinking
As ‘Créateurs de convivialité’, we want to turn social interactions into genuine and friendly experiences of sharing and wellbeing. In our culture, we want to create diverse teams in which our differences contribute to our success.
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