Posted
04-Dec-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
France
Location
Paris
Lead recruiter
Kelly Scarfe
Function
Legal Corporate Affairs
Reporting Line
General Counsel Europe                   
On-site/Remote
Hybrid
Level of experience
Management (Directors)
Contract type
Permanent

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Your opportunity
As Legal Director, Western Europe, based in Paris, France, you will work in close collaboration with the local leadership teams to provide business-oriented legal services in a fast-paced commercial and marketing environment. You will also perform cross functional and regional assignments, such as legal training, and boosting the compliance and GDPR awareness of the teams, under the supervision of the Regional General Counsel for Europe.

About you
Pragmatic and business centric and able to adopt fearless commercial decisions.  Prior experience of French retailer commercial negotiation is essential. 
Internally focussed but externally aware with a high regard for results
Excited to work in a diverse environment reflecting teams whose diversification of thought inspires innovation and creativity 
With a “pinch of fun".

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support to local Commercial/Sales teams (off trade, on trade and digital ecommerce), such as drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts and terms and conditions, adopting a risk-based approach which enables efficient solutions for tomorrow’s challenges and advances Bacardi’s commercial interests 
  • Support to local Marketing teams (including IP and innovation) to enable growth and development of disruptive campaigns, while mitigating legal and social responsibility risks associated with alcohol advertising
  • Enhance Governance and Compliance across the markets including the maintenance of GDPR requirements 
  • Defend Bacardi against complaints and regulatory investigations
  • Continually seek to expand your knowledge of Bacardi’s business and legal expertise
  • Interact effectively with Legal and Company Secretarial colleagues, functional leaders and other clients to complete tasks accurately and efficiently and to enhance the reputation of the Legal function

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Degree 
  • 5+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial law practice, either in a law firm and/or in FMCG industries.
  • Proven track record in providing legal advice in areas including contracts, competition law, data protection and intellectual property law.
  • Fluent in French and English, and a third European language is an advantage.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and accurately
  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • High level of professionalism, initiative, and flexibility to maintain the trust and confidence of the business community and to respond to changing workload demands
  • Curious innovator: asking questions to gather the right insight to provide the best solutions
  • Ability to navigate your way through complexity and enjoy working in ambiguity and with autonomy
  • Strong bias for action and focus on results, seeing the business as if it is your own
  • Willing to evolve in a multicultural environment which mirrors the rich diversities of the consumers within the markets

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
  • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
  • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience


Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

PERKS OF WORKING WITH US

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement

  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
  • Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

  • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our Culture

BE                  Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE Family

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE A Founder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

LIFE INSIDE BACARDI Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

Watch our career stories