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India General Counsel - Ice Cream

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Unilever

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
  • Mumbai

AI generated summary

  • You need 15+ years of legal experience, passion for ice cream, strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative mindset to drive results and empower others.
  • You will ensure legal compliance, advise on risks and contracts, support projects, manage litigation, and collaborate with teams on regulatory and operational matters in the Ice Cream business.

Requirements

  • senior lawyer (+15 years’ experience) passionate about ice cream innovation, digital commerce, marketing and negotiations, in a constant evolving world, and would like to be part of a multi-cultural global legal team, for the leading ice cream business in the world
  • Legal Expertise, Advanced Risk Management, Business Partnering, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Business Acumen, Project Management, Collaboration, Influential Leadership, Negotiation Skills, Digital Curiosity, Versatility, Advocacy, Emotion Intelligent, Prioritisation Skills, Multitasking, External Network, External Communications, External Network, Budget and Management Controls
  • senior lawyer (+15 years’ experience/PQE), experienced in corporate law, commercial & sales contracts, legal marketing activities, competition law, factory support, issues management
  • You are an inclusive motivator of people
  • Your team delivers with real passion, growing and learning from each other whilst delivering quick wins
  • You are still responsible for your own results and as a manager, you also need to motivate others to deliver with passion, creating an inclusive and engaging climate around you
  • You can balance challenge with support and coaching
  • You understand the wider business context and you are emotionally intelligent enough to motivate people to deliver what is needed
  • Passion, energy and enthusiasm for your work and for everything that makes Ice Cream unique
  • Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills
  • A team player who is highly collaborative, flexible and enjoys working with others
  • Boundaryless – will go above and beyond to get the job done
  • Curious with an unquenchable desire to learn
  • Strives for constant improvement
  • A commitment to unyielding integrity who will serve as a role model
  • A great sense of humor, enjoys fun and strives for a proper work-life balance
  • Able to work across time zones and possessing global sensibilities
  • A doer more than manager – always willing to roll up own sleeves to get something done
  • Ability to assimilate information quickly, identify and articulate risks and provide pragmatic solutions
  • A business partner mindset that emphasizes practical and effective solutions
  • Close attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Capable of multi-tasking, address changing demands in a fast-paced environment and juggling multiple projects while always meeting deadlines
  • Lead with a global mindset to ensure our teams operate on a consistent legal practice on a worldwide, cross-jurisdictional basis
  • Able to work with team members in different jurisdictions, in a truly distributive leadership
  • Sets high standards for themselves
  • Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others
  • Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed
  • Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results
  • Invests in people – coaches individuals and teams to realize their full potential
  • Creates an inclusive climate, empowering everyone to be at their best
  • Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever
  • Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers
  • Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring compliance of all operations in India (Competition Law, Business Integrity, Data Privacy, Anti-Bribery, Governance, Corporate Secretary) through effective business partnering to the India Leadership Team and the wider India Ice Cream organisation (Marketing, Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, R&D and Finance). Collaboration across the METSA (Middle East, Turkey, South Asia, Israel and South Africa) Legal team as well as the Corporate Centre (for Tax, IP, Corporate, M&A, Business Integrity and Data Protection teams).
  • Partnering the India Leadership team and support transformational projects.
  • The compliance and roll out of global legal corporate policies for the Ice Cream Business in the country.
  • Advising on key legal risks for the Ice Cream Business and provide a strategy and plan including resourcing as to how this would be mitigated and managed.
  • Advising on sales and route to market topics and projects / alternative business models, including Business2Business/Customer Development models /ecommerce.
  • Advising on all legal aspects, including contracts assessments with suppliers, distributors, Ecommerce, Logistics, Factory maintenance and contractors.
  • Advising on new product development projects, including the legality of and support for claims, product positioning, input into preparation of communication materials.
  • Any Ice Cream related litigation in the country.
  • External legal issues impacting the Ice Cream business such as Competition/ Commercial, Corporate, Marketing, regulatory, and Advertising Environmental/sustainability, related and where relevant.
  • Managing legal risks & reputation for operations in India by supervising any major crisis and/or litigations in relationship with Authorities (Competition, Consumer, Environmental, Data Protection Authorities amongst others) and Competitors, and implementing policies and compliance program in India.
  • Supporting the Sales Department in managing supplier/distributor relations by negotiating, analyzing, and drafting the various contractual agreements (single agreement, GTC/GTS, international agreements) whether for In-Home Retail Clients, Wholesalers & Chains (Foodservices & OOH), Direct to Consumer & E-commerce.
  • Providing legal support for the Customer Service, Logistics, Finance teams on all contracts and operations related to their activities in the cluster (Payment terms, electronic invoicing, invoicing, issue related to the transport of goods, negotiation of General Terms and Conditions of Purchase and penalties).

FAQs

What is the location for the India General Counsel position?

The position is based in Mumbai, India.

What is the required level of experience for this role?

The role requires a senior lawyer with over 15 years of experience (PQE).

What are the main areas of legal expertise required for this position?

The ideal candidate should have expertise in corporate law, commercial and sales contracts, legal marketing activities, and competition law.

Who will the India General Counsel report to?

The India General Counsel will report to Oya Sehirlioglu.

What are the key responsibilities of the India General Counsel?

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with laws, advising on legal risks, supporting transformational projects, managing supplier/distributor relations, and handling litigation related to the Ice Cream business.

Is there a focus on career growth within the Ice Cream division?

Yes, Unilever is dedicated to supporting your career development, providing ample options for growth and exploration within the Ice Cream Division.

What kind of team dynamics can be expected in this role?

The role involves being part of a multi-cultural global legal team, emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity.

Is experience in digital commerce a requirement for this position?

Yes, experience in digital commerce, marketing, and negotiations is preferred.

How does Unilever view diversity in hiring?

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life, ensuring fair consideration for all candidates regardless of various factors like age, disability, gender, race, and more.

What is the general work culture like at Unilever Ice Cream?

The work culture is collaborative, innovative, and focused on employee growth, with a commitment to creating a positive work-life balance.

Are there opportunities to work on international projects in this role?

Yes, the role offers the opportunity to work across jurisdictions and collaborate with team members in different regions.

What values does Unilever emphasize within its teams?

Unilever emphasizes passion, integrity, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to continuous improvement among its teams.

What is the status of Unilever Ice Cream in the global market?

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream company, with a turnover of €7.9 billion in 2023, and strong brand equities in the market.

What qualities are sought in a candidate for this position?

Candidates should possess outstanding communication and problem-solving skills, be a collaborative team player, have a business partner mindset, and strive for continuous learning and improvement.

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Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.