Job Description

BAT is evolving at pace- truly like no other organisation To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey! ROLE PROFILE JOB TITLE Legal Counsel (Marketing) FUNCTION Legal Affairs SUB FUNCTION Marketing Legal CITY & COUNTRY Selangor, Malaysia Role Summary What are the key objectives and expectations from this role Provide specialist commercial legal advice and expertise to the BAT\'s global Marketing function. The focus of the role is to provide proactive and business relevant legal counselling of a high professional standard on all aspects of Marketing arrangement, working closely as a business partner to the New Categories and Combustibles Marketing teams, advising on issues and drafting, reviewing and negoting contracts for amongst other area, strategic brand development and delivery of marketing professional services. Reports to Senior Counsel (Marketing) Number of Direct Reports 0 Core Relationships Internal - Global and Regional LEX teams, Procurement, Marketing, R&D, Finance and Tax External - Suppliers, Partners, External Counsel Geographic Scope Global Travel Required As required Accountabilities Acting as commercial counsel to the Marketing function, with a focus on all aspects of any procurement, supplier relationships and provide strategic input to support any Marketing business initiatives. Structuring, negotiating, drafting, and advising on execution of Marketing transactions including services agreements with marketing agencies for creative marketing services, printing services broadcast and video digital services, transcreation and translation services, marketing research services including, research co-ordinating services through the scoping, analysis in the design and development of fieldwork or other research projects, and non-disclosure agreements. Identifying and mitigating legal risk in proposed and operational marketing arrangements, advising on the escalation and resolution of contractual disputes, and contract termination. Providing guidance on application of Group policies, procedures and governance. Advising on the presentation of proposed Marketing transactional matters for consideration and approval by the Marketing leadership team or other appropriate board or committee. Providing strategic advice and commercial counselling directly to Marketing, Procurement and Finance senior managers to support the operation of key contractual arrangements in place with suppliers. Instructing and managing external legal counsel in relation to complex, high profile and/or strategically important transactions and other advice, reviewing output, and controlling and approving spend. Ensuring good information flows between business contacts, Legal and External Affairs, and other business partners about business initiatives to optimise commercial opportunities and manage risks. Experience, Skills, Knowledge Experience Required Significant experience and expertise in commercial law and practice, with a proven track record of advising on complex and high-value global frameworks and cross-border transactions. Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required Excellent legal drafting skills with an ability to identify and advise on compliance risk and cross-border issues Strong negotiation and project management skills, and ability to plan, anticipate and manage priorities to optimise output and enhance the effectiveness of commercial solutions throughout the contract lifecycle Business acumen in order to advise the business on how to deliver results whilst managing legal risk Hands-on and flexible attitude, sound commercial judgement, and ability to work under pressure and to cope with unexpected and varied demands Good awareness of legal issues relating to intellectual property, competition, employment, tax and compliance (e.g. sanctions, anti-bribery) to enable potential issues to be identified at an early stage of a transaction or initiative. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence, with the ability to build trusted and effective relationships with peers and stakeholders Ability to express legal issues in a straightforward and compelling way to internal and external stakeholders. Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required English (or equivalent) qualified lawyer with minimum of 8 years\' post qualification experience gained in a large national or international law firm or as in-house counsel for a major multi-national company. Lawyers qualified in similar common law jurisdictions (e.g. Australia) may be considered. Excellent written and spoken English WE ARE BAT At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT. Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women\'s Day Best Practice winner Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

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