Legal Counsel - Leaf

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To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can t wait, let s shape it together!

JOB TITLE: Legal Counsel - Leaf

LOCATION: Kandy, Sri Lanka

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

In this role, you will be responsible for advising and spearheading compliance at our Kandy site in relation to local laws and BAT policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Advise the business on compliance to legal and regulatory requirements
• Management of litigation and advising the business regarding the potential outcomes and repercussions arising therein.
• Ensuring that the commercial legal sphere in the organization is secure which includes the intellectual property portfolio, land portfolio, licenses and contract management.
• Have a thorough knowledge regarding the laws applicable to the manufacture and sale of tobacco
• Assist the Senior Legal Counsel to ensure all legal concerns and issues faced by the organization are alleviated and/or addressed
• Management of external counsels on behalf of the organization including the coordination, correspondence and advising the Leadership in the selection of counsels
• Business partnering with the relevant functions and updating team on latest legal developments.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• 2-3 years experience in litigation and court procedure
• Ability to advise the business on any legal concerns
• Proficient drafting, research and negotiation skills
• Analytical and interpretative thinking
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret financial data.
• Strong sense of responsibility and urgency with willingness to grow within the organization

What we offer you?
We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.