KDP Ireland is seeking to add a strategic, agile and proactive Corporate Counsel responsible for providing legal and strategic direction to the Company in a wide range of commercial areas for Keurig Dr Pepper’s business in Europe, Asia, Central America and South America.  The successful candidate will report to the Sr Director, Legal, based in Ireland, and will provide general commercial legal support and advice in various commercial areas, including corporate structuring, transactions, corporate secretarial, compliance, human resources, privacy and regulatory.

Position Responsibilities 

Manage all corporate and Board support functions in all countries outside North America, including preparing corporate secretarial filings for all countries, managing Board meetings, and generally ensuring best-in-class standards of corporate governance within corporate entities;Support Keurig Dr Pepper’s global businesses in Europe, Asia, Central and South America on local regulatory requirements, including in relation to food, environmental, etc.;Support the Tax, Treasury and Finance functions on strategic projects to ensure legal compliance and achieve business objectives in Europe, Asia, Central and South America;Work with various functions on the structuring of ownership of assets, including intellectual property assets, in an appropriate and efficient manner;Support the strategic direction for intercompany agreements and processes informing global work in this area;Work with various internal and external stakeholders on initiatives to drive compliance in Europe, Asia, Central and South America, including in relation to FCPA compliance, Denied Party Screening for Anti-Money Laundering, EU deforestation laws and other applicable legal requirements; Maintain and promote compliance policies and procedures;Identify the need for legal support within business transactions and projects, and effectively implement initiatives that drive compliance; Develop strong relationships with business partners and work strategically with KDP’s business teams to reach company’s goals;Collaborate efficiently and effectively across legal and business functions in a manner that adds value, balances risk and protects the company’s reputation; andFollow all Keurig Dr Pepper and KDP Ireland policies and procedures. Requirements 8+ years of experience in international corporate / commercial law at a large law firm or corporate legal department, including complex multi-country agreements and cross-border transactions.Experience advising global teams and collaborating with global functions.Ability to work in a fast-paced organization; manage and prioritized multiple issues and projects while being highly responsive.Excellent judgment in knowing how to proactively communicate, escalate issues and propose solutions.Analytical / Problem Solving Skills.Collaborative behaviours, including ability to effectively communicate with business leaders.Strong decision-making abilities and experience working within teams on large projects.Ability to function at a high level where geographically separated from the larger corporate legal team.

Education & Technical Skills 

Graduate of an accredited law school.8+ years’ experience in general corporate / commercial law with a corporation and/or large law firm. Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! 
 
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? 
 
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop.  We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
 
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.