Junior Legal Counsel

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The main role scope is to provide legal advice and analysis to the organisation, under the supervision of the Head of Legal France, ensuring that the company is empowered to keep acting lawfully given the strict local legislation, to protect the trademarks rights and to manage, in a proactive manner, the regulatory issues.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Secure the full and timely implementation of marketing and commercial programs within regulatory local frameworks
• Contribute to the preservation of BAT reputation by serving as legal advisor of the business units of the Company
• Contributing to the maintenance of the BAT business according to the BAT strategy
• Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS standards and procedures BAT group

What are we looking for?

• University degree in French Law
• Fluency in French required and excellent command of written and spoken English language
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a reputable law firm or it the Legal department of a FMCG company, preferable in the tobacco industry
• Proven very good knowledge of tobacco and consumer legislation or experience in regulatory markets, antitrust legislation, contracts management, corporate law, Intellectual Property legislation and labour law;
• Good ability to translate legal concepts into an easily understandable format and to communicate them clearly, both orally and in writing, with all levels of management
• Experience in dealing with a wide range of corporate and commercial legal issues;
• Ability to manage external lawyers in a range of jurisdictions.
• Good analytical skills and strategic thinking
• User knowledge of computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across a variety of stakeholders
• Good commercial judgement;
• Ability to work with tight deadlines

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.