Legal Manager

Legal Manager - Kings Hill, UK

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements with suppliers, customers and growers.
• Provide practical legal advice across commercial, corporate and regulatory matters.
• Manage litigation, disputes and external counsel, ensuring effective outcomes and cost control.
• Assist the Chief Legal and Governance Officer with litigation and regulatory matters.
• Provide guidance on employment and data protection issues as required.
• Develop and maintain legal templates, policies and standard clauses to reduce risk.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and present clear mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, advising on regulatory changes.
• Support transactional activity including M&A due diligence and contract transitions.
• Undertake legal research, monitor legislative developments and provide clear summaries.
• Maintain legal documentation, trackers and ensure timely responses to internal requests.
• Collaborate across global teams, acting as a key liaison to support communication and cross-border projects.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, or equivalent legal qualification with a minimum of 2+ years PQE.
• Proven experience of drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts in multiple jurisdictions.
• Outstanding attention to detail, with the ability to spot and address issues proactively.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Be available to be onsite in our Kings Hill, UK office 3 days per week.
• A positive and professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience in a law firm or private in house legal team is advantageous.
• Commercial awareness and ability to provide business focused legal advice is desirable.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension plan.
• Medicash health plan.
• Life insurance.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.