Compliance Counsel Region - FTC 14 Months

Compliance Counsel Region - FTC 14 Months

Greenford, London

Company Description:

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 38,767 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

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 of 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.

About the Role:

Ferrero is currently seeking a Compliance Counsel to join their team situated in the Greenford offices. The role involves providing legal support to businesses operating in the UK & Ireland Region, with a particular emphasis on working closely with key stakeholders to foster collaboration across various functions. Responsibilities include offering legal advice on compliance matters, such as intellectual property, contractual law, marketing, and advertising.

You will report directly to and collaborate closely with the General Counsel in the International Area Legal team, as well as work alongside the Group Compliance Counsel as a member of the Global Compliance Team. Additionally, the position includes managerial duties, overseeing the Legal Executive within the team.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Work in collaboration with the Group Compliance Counsel to manage and support legal risks and compliance deployment within the UK & Ireland Region.
2. Create and deliver training programs on various compliance topics, in line with Ferrero Group standards.
3. Develop and arrange in-house training programs to enhance business awareness and compliance in areas such as Anti-trust, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Modern Slavery, dawn raids, Data Protection, GSCOP, and other Group policies.
4. Oversee all Compliance related queries and maintain the Legal Compliance Platform for the UK & Ireland region.
5. Provide commercial legal advice and conduct reviews in various areas, ensuring legal compliance with European legislation at the Ferrero Ireland manufacturing site in Cork.
6. Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements such as distribution, supply, sales, information technology, procurement, and supply chain agreements.
7. Apply GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) standards, support the development of Group templates and clauses, and manage contract standards.
8. Instruct and manage the engagement of external counsel and third-party suppliers for the Region.

Who we are looking for:

As Commercial Compliance Counsel, you must hold significant in-house experience, preferably in an FMCG or retail business environment, focusing on compliance matters and contracts. A minimum of 3+ years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience) is required. Possess a proven track record of professional experience, along with demonstrated management, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. Experience with compliance training and a track record of implementing and creating a proactive compliance culture, and the ability to work autonomously and proactively is essential.

Bring valuable experience in compliance training and a proven track record of fostering a proactive compliance culture, where business objectives align harmoniously with compliance practices. Comprehensive knowledge of all pertinent regulatory compliance requirements in the UK & Ireland and a keen eye for identifying emerging trends and evolving issues are crucial.

In a matrix organisation, it is essential to collaborate effectively, demonstrating empathy and commitment. You must excel in delivering multiple stakeholder communications and driving cross-functional projects to overcome challenges. Utilising an adaptable leadership style, you will ensure the successful implementation of the Group Legal Function's Rules of Engagement, contributing significantly to the company's growth.

Strong analytical and strategic abilities are required, with a deep understanding of the business and Ferrero's Legal Function, enabling you to interpret and address crucial local and regional compliance trends and emerging matters affecting the company.

Positive and effective leadership and communication skills will enable you to establish a robust network of relationships with diverse internal stakeholders. You will play a vital role in setting clear goals and motivating the legal team, working closely with the UK Region Counsel and Group Compliance Counsel to inspire innovation.

Creating an inspiring work environment, you will foster passion, commitment, and success. You must engage in constructive debates with diplomacy and tact, displaying excellent advocacy and negotiation skills. Moreover, you should possess strong written and oral communication skills, capable of translating complex legal concepts into clear and understandable business language.

A hands-on and proactive approach defines you, as you possess a sense of urgency and multitasking capabilities. You will handle unexpected situations adeptly and thrive under pressure with tight deadlines, all while ensuring responsible stewardship of the business's future growth.

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you'll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.