Nicols is an established player in the FMCG sector, operating in a regulated, product-driven environment. The company manages a diverse portfolio of consumer products and operates across multiple markets, requiring a robust and pragmatic legal function closely embedded in the business.
Nichols places strong emphasis on compliance, risk management, and operational excellence, with the legal function acting as a true business partner to support sustainable growth and strategic initiatives.
The Legal Counsel will oversee and manage the company's legal activities, providing hands-on legal support to management and operational teams. The role covers a broad scope including contract management, regulatory and product compliance, corporate governance, IP, and dispute management. You will report to the CFO (Legal & Compliance Department) and work in close collaboration with internal stakeholders across Regulatory Affairs, Product Development, Procurement, Sales & Marketing, Finance, and the Executive Committee. During a transition period, you will coordinate with external legal advisors and progressively internalize legal matters.
Contract Management· Draft, negotiate and manage commercial contracts, NDAs, templates and clauses.· Ensure proper contract lifecycle management and risk mitigation.
Support corporate transactions (including M&A) and legal structuring.· Product Compliance & Regulatory Affairs· Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable product regulations across markets.· Support product approvals (ingredients, labelling, SDS).· Intellectual Property & Regulatory Affairs· Support the Board and shareholders.· Manage legal entity administration and corporate housekeeping.Risk, Compliance, Litigation & Dispute Management· Address competition law, anti-corruption, code of conduct and GDPR topics.· A Master's degree in Law (commercial / corporate focus).· At least 5 years of experience in commercial law, contract law and regulatory frameworks.· Proven experience in FMCG, consumer goods or a manufacturing environment.
Strong expertise in commercial and contract law (drafting, negotiation, risk assessment).· Solid understanding of regulatory compliance (product-related, environmental, consumer).· Knowledge of IP law (trademarks, designs).· Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders.· Languages required:· Fluent in English and French (additional EU languages are an asset).