Jr Counsel - Growth, Digital & Platforms

Job Description:

Reporting directly to the Assistant General Counsel - Growth, Digital & Platforms, Mars Petcare, this role will support the business in Petcare's Growth, Digital and Platforms (GDP) capability and teams, working to build and embed growth model and brand experience, as well as digital and data capabilities across Mars Petcare.

What are we looking for?

• Law degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction
• Undergraduate/Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Experience as a practicing attorney supporting digital and data capabilities in a global context.
• Experience in Digital and Data related areas of practice, including Data Protection/Privacy, new technologies, commercial, intellectual property, consumer law and training and awareness to the business.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Support the business to execute Mars' Global Digital and Data strategy and governance.
• Perform basic legal functions within the GDP framework.
• Serve as a strategic and tactical legal resource to provide clear, concise, and accurate guidance on operational and risk issues; advise on complex legal issues related to specific risk areas.
• Support digital-focused projects with legal advice and assistance.
• Contribute to global risk management and digital standards development.
• Build relationships with Mars legal and compliance teams.
• Collaborate with various Mars Petcare divisions and functional teams.
• Monitor legal developments affecting digital and data capabilities.
• May provide significant substantive support for large scale projects from inception through completion.
• Identify and elevate issues; support the AGC as needed.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.