Legal Counsel Benelux
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Legal Counsel Benelux - Parental Cover (Fixed term, 6 months) page is loaded Legal Counsel Benelux - Parental Cover (Fixed term, 6 months) Apply remote type Hybrid locations Amsterdam time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-82515 Job Description About the position
Due to parental leave, we have an exciting opportunity available for an interim Head of Legal Benelux This role will support the various Dutch and Belgian business teams (e.g. sales, marketing, HR and factory teams) and will report to the General Counsel of Continental Europe. Additionally, the role supports the Indirect Procurement team on matters relating to the Benelux and/or having an European nature but with a core focus within the Benelux.
Purpose of the job
(1) Be a business partner who works closely with the Dutch and Belgian business teams by providing commercially-minded and pragmatic FMCG related legal advice. Help the business achieve the company goals by addressing legal issues on a day-to-day as well as on a strategic basis to.
(2) Support the General Counsel of Continental Europe.
(3) Advise on overall strategic basis as a member of the local leadership team.
In brief, the key results are:
Providing practical, innovative, and high quality legal advice in relation to:
- Contracts
- General Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property Rights
- Corporate Governance
- Competition Law
- Data protection
- Media and Advertising Law
- Regulatory/compliance risk analysis with Regulatory team
- ESG matters
to ensure that the Kraft Heinz businesses and brands are protected and to facilitate the achievement of the business goals.
Qualifications Must haves
Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position .
- Qualified Dutch Lawyer (non-bar admitted) with 5-8 years of demonstrated experience in food or other FMCG industry
- Available from September onwards for a period of 6 months
- Strong proficiency in both Dutch and English
Candidates with other relevant strong experience will be considered.
Required competencies and capabilities
- Confident in handling a broad range of legal matters where both legal expertise and commercial pragmatism will be invaluable.
- Excellent work management skills and legal judgment with the capacity to make decisions and give advice that reflects an understanding of overall business objectives and the risks/rewards of each situation.
- Strong research and drafting skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a non-legal audience, both orally and in writing.
- Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal direction and a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment that requires management of multiple projects simultaneously whilst also being a standout colleague.
- Ability to deliver quality, commercial solutions under pressure, balancing multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Curiosity about cross-functional working, being able to build relationships and influence across all levels within the organization.
- Competitive salary
- Hard-working team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Fixed term, 6 months contract for parental cover
- Assignment for 4 to 5 days per week
- Always room for new insights; if you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action
After the application and CV screening, you are invited for an introductory telephone call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with:
1. Legal Counsel Continental Europe and HR Business Partner
2. Managing Director Benelux
3. All positive? Assignment offer
Location(s) AmsterdamKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .
ABOUT US
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
WHY US
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands.
Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
INCLUSION MATTERS TO US
Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry.
We’re committed to:
- Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities.
- Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.
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