Sole Group Legal Counsel (UK) | 3–5 PQE – FMCG Location: West London (Hybrid – 2 days in office) Compensation: Competitive base salary plus bonus Are you a qualified lawyer who enjoys broad experience? Are you interested in working within a consumer-facing business? Does the idea of being a sole counsel excite you? If so, this is a rare and exceptional opportunity to join a global FMCG business in a Group Legal Counsel role with real ownership and impact. Reporting directly to the Executive Committee, this position offers breadth, autonomy, and visibility at Group level. Key Responsibilities

Provide corporate and commercial legal advice across the group Lead contract negotiation and risk assessment for commercial agreements Support strategic initiatives, including partnerships, joint ventures, and M&A Advise on regulatory compliance, governance, and data protection Act as Company Secretary for UK entities Support employment-related legal matters in collaboration with HR Manage litigation and pre-litigation issues, coordinating with external counsel Oversee IP and trademark matters, ensuring brand protection

Candidate Profile

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 3–5 PQE Ideally trained at a recognised top 100 law firm Strong in-house experience, preferably in a global organisation Confident managing external advisers and engaging with senior stakeholdersCommercially minded, pragmatic, and comfortable working autonomously Curious, adaptable, and ready to take ownership of a broad legal remit

Why This Role?

Sole-counsel role at Group level – rare opportunity to own the legal function Direct exposure to the Executive Committee, shaping strategic decisions Hands-on, high-impact role across corporate, commercial, regulatory, and IP matters Opportunity to grow and develop as an in-house counsel in a globally recognised FMCG business

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