Legal Counsel, Personal Care Business Unit

Legal Counsel, Personal Care Business Unit

Unilever is currently hiring for Legal Counsel, Personal Care Business Unit

ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people - we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment.

JOB PURPOSE
You will play a crucial role in providing legal counsel and support to the Personal Care business unit. Working closely with senior lawyers, you will ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations and manage legal risks effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Senior Legal Counsel with all legal matters related to the Personal Care Business Unit.
• Assist in the management of commercial promotions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Handle and manage the consumer litigation portfolio, including investigating complaints and resolving disputes.
• Provide legal support for various business activities and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance and risk management.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor's degree in law or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal role, preferably in the personal care or consumer goods industry.
• Strong knowledge of commercial promotions, consumer protection laws, and litigation management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English is required.

Leadership

• You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others - both your results and your resilience.
• As an individual you are responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work.

Critical UNILEVER Behaviours

• PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.
• PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves.
• CONSUMER LOVE: Always looks for better ways to serve consumers.
• PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others.
• AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.