Legal Counsel, South Africa at Reckitt

About the role

• We are seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel to join our team in the fast-paced FMCG industry, where every decision you make matters. With your legal expertise, you will protect and empower a global organisation that's dedicated to making a difference. It's not just about the law; it's about being part of a team that inspires you to be the best.This role provides critical legal support to the legal team and across multiple business functions, ensuring compliance and enabling commercial success. Are you ready to make an impact where it really counts?

Your responsibilities
Summary

• Provide legal advice on commercial, corporate, and manufacturing regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier, procurement, and cross-border agreements.
• Monitor compliance with statutory and industry-specific obligations.
• Review advertising content, product claims, and packaging for regulatory compliance.
• Manage any litigation portfolios and coordinate dispute resolution.
• Deliver legal training and support cross-functional projects, including manufacturing expansions and audits.

The experience we're looking for

• LLB Degree and admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 5–7 years post-admission experience; in-house familiarity with Manufacturing and FMCG industry experience preferred.
• Provide legal advice on commercial, corporate, and manufacturing regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier, procurement, and cross-border agreements.
• Monitor compliance with statutory and industry-specific obligations.
• Review advertising content, product claims, and packaging for regulatory compliance.
• Manage any litigation portfolios and coordinate dispute resolution.
• Ability to communicate complex legal information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Deliver legal training and support cross-functional projects, including manufacturing expansions and audits.
• Committed to continuous improvement; a brilliant legal mind who is always seeking better ways to serve.