Imperial Brands – Legal Coordinator BeLux

Reference number: VL/BE/4110/25

Bedrijfsjurist Permanent position Mechelen

Imperial Brands | Legal Coordinator BeLux

Onze cliënt

Imperial Brands is a truly international company, driven by a strong challenger culture. As an inclusive and innovative global FMCG business operating in 120 markets and supported by over 25,000 employees, Imperial Brands generates £30 billion in revenue annually.

The company places customers at the centre of its operations, continually evolving to meet the needs and expectations of tobacco consumers while making a more meaningful contribution to harm reduction through the development of a successful next-generation product portfolio. Its sustainability strategy supports both commercial and public health ambitions, underpinned by strong governance.

Imperial Brands’ respected and powerful brands — including Davidoff, JPS, and West cigarettes, Rizla papers, and the pioneering vapour brand blu — have a genuine international reach.

Functie

The Legal Counsel will play a key part in ensuring that the company’s activities comply with all applicable legal frameworks and internal guidelines. They will provide expert legal advice to various operational departments and customers, ensuring that all business decisions align with legal and regulatory standards.

The Legal Counsel will also proactively identify opportunities to streamline work processes, contributing to problem-solving and decision-making across all areas of the business. Their expertise will be instrumental in supporting the BeNeLux market in achieving its strategic and corporate objectives.

Principal Accountabilities

  • Advise on legal requirements to be met by the company (excl. tax)
  • Participate in meetings by steering the strategy in a manner that optimises the commercial success and minimises risks
  • Drive all legal aspects regarding contracts, support the organisation (sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing procurement) during negotiations and after sales issues.
  • Support the Public Affairs department with the analysis of legal texts both local and EU directives.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders on various legal matters & progress in litigation.
  • General administrative support to the department – Follow up of budget – creation of Purchase orders – filing of contracts – GDPR related administration.

Profiel

  • Law degree with relevant knowledge of legal decision-making procedures within Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of general legislation, with strong analytical skills to quickly and thoroughly analyse laws and regulations.
  • Proven ability to effectively communicate complex legislative and regulatory issues to management and specialists.
  • Proficiency in MS tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Fluent in Dutch, French, and English.
  • Experience working in a commercial context or within multinational companies.

Aanbod

Join a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative global FMCG business, powered by a talented team of 25,000 employees worldwide.

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Proces

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Marie Laure de Leener
Marie-Laure
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