Legal Counsel - Procurement & Hazelnut Company (Senningberg, LU)

About the Role:

For our Ferrero HQs in Luxembourg we are looking for Legal Counsel for Procurement & Hazelnut Company within Legal the Procurement & HCoLegal Competence Center. The role will provide close support to ensure that the business, legal and compliance objectives are met in a timely and effective manner. You will also be expected to advise, mitigate and resolve legal issues and risks and to lead the co-ordination of the legal function’s regional teams in relation to the areas of responsibility, working closely with key stakeholders to foster collaboration across various Company related functions and relevant Legal Competence Centers.

Main Responsibilities:

In this role, you'll be responsible for providing legal counsel and support within Procurement & Hazelnut Company, focusing on contractual and compliance matters. You'll serve as the primary legal liaison to senior function team(s), ensuring alignment with Group Legal Strategy, Policies, Operating Standards, and Tools to advance the Legal Strategic plan. Your responsibilities will involve negotiating and drafting various agreements, reviewing existing contracts, and assisting internal stakeholders in contract negotiations. Additionally, you'll offer guidance and training to business units and Functional Boards on legal policies, including antitrust laws and anti-bribery and corruption regulations. You'll be resolving disputes with suppliers, purchasers, and service providers, managing complex litigation claims, and overseeing legal risk and compliance deployment. This includes developing and leading in-house training programs on compliance topics such as Anti-Trust, Confidentiality, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption. Moreover, you'll contribute to project management initiatives, and effectively manage external counsel and third-party consultancy, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for the business. Additionally, you'll oversee litigations in the countries, collaborating with external counsels and escalating pertinent matters as needed.

About You:

You bring your university degree in Law and 5-7 years of post-qualified experience, ideally acquired in a legal firm or in-house, preferably within FMCG or retail industries and in a cross-matrix organizational structure. You demonstrate substantial experience in high-value global Procurement contracts and related contractual matters, with proficiency in one or more jurisdictions. Moreover, you exhibit a strong track record of leading complex, international business projects within an in-house capacity. You can work effectively within a matrix organization, contributing both as part of the business team and across various functions. Your ability to establish credibility, demonstrate business acumen, and employ a flexible leadership style to implement Group legal Function's Rules of Engagement will be crucial in supporting business growth. Your strong communication skills will be helpful in developing relationships with diverse internal stakeholders and fostering a productive work environment. You are able to convey complex legal concepts in understandable business terms. A hands-on approach, independent, self-initiative, and resilience are essential, allowing you to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and thrive under pressure with tight deadlines while ensuring business growth. Experience in handling high-pressure business crisis situations and effective time management will help you in this role.

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. Find out more here.