Counsel Corporate Legal

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Haleon Full time

Hello.
We're Haleon.
A new world-leading consumer health company.
Shaped by all who join us.
Together, we're improving everyday health for billions of people.
By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands - including Voltaren, Sensodyne, Aquafresh, Panadol, Otrivin and Centrum, - through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science.
What's more, we're achieving it in a company that we're in control of.
In an environment that we're co-creating.
And a culture that's uniquely ours.
Care to join us.
It isn't a question.

With category leading brands built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we're uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future.
It's an opportunity to be part of something special.

About the role

The role of Counsel will be part of the Corporate Legal Team which is responsible for, amongst other things, legal support for worldwide business development ('BD") and mergers and acquisitions ('M&A') activity for Haleon.

The role will require engagement and influence across the central corporate stakeholder group, with particular focus on the Head of BD and M&A and their reports, as well as LCCS, Supply Chain, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Communications and Finance.

The role will support the delivery of day to day and strategic M&A as Haleon develops it's Inorganic Growth Strategy.
The role requires experience in corporate transactions, divestments and acquisitions, supporting cross-functional strategic projects and would suit an individual who thrives in multi-stakeholder teams, designing effective M&A strategies and tools and implementing these in the fast-paced BD sector.

In terms of development, this role carries critical responsibility for the establishment and delivery of high-quality transactional support to Haleon and has the potential for rapid growth as part of a high performing legal team at Haleon.
The successful applicant will advise across jurisdictions and across businesses and brands in a truly global role.

Key responsibilities

Serve as Counsel for global M&A and BD.
This role will require the successful candidate to work both on individual projects but also to act as a second chair to more senior lawyers for complex transactions. Innovate on due diligence, transaction process and agreement templates with focus on the use of technology and AI to modernise transaction support. Manage external advisers including External Counsel, consultants, financial advisers in a cost efficient and effective manner. Partner with members of the LCCS and Corporate Legal team on other aspects of deal advisory work including financing, insurance, anti-trust and competition law. Qualifications and skillsEssential The successful candidate must have the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
Strong academic background, University Degree or equivalent law degree and law conversion Legal Practice Course complete Training Contract complete and up to 2 years legal experience in one or more of the following substantive areas:
M&A, Corporate, Commercial, Competition, Intellectual Property and Tax Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new legal concepts quickly, proactively identify issues, and succeed in developing solutions in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills, including careful listening to facilitate understanding of business needs, and the ability to translate complex legal considerations into practical business advice Track record of accountability and sound judgment, including ability and willingness to take ownership of projects, prioritize and resolve issues, and obtain business results Strong negotiation and drafting skills Detail-oriented yet pragmatic approach to problem-solving High energy and motivation to learn new areas, stay current with relevant legal developments, influence leadership, and contribute to the success of the business and the LCCS department Preferred Experience in consumer healthcare or fast-moving consumer goods industry Experience operating in an international context Training Contract /post-qualified experience working in the corporate department of at top tier law firm In-house experience either through a permanent role or a significant period on secondment Care to join us.
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At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone.
We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives.
We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles.
If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

As you apply, we will ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary.
We want to have an opportunity to consider a diverse pool of qualified candidates and this information will assist us in meeting that objective and in understanding how well we are doing against our inclusion and diversity ambitions.
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Rest assured, Hiring Managers do not have access to this information and we will treat your information confidentially.

Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment.
This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.

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