JOB TITLE: Legal Associate

JOB LOCATION: UniOps Bangalore Centre

About Unilever

Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.

Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.

Who we are…and what we offer

We have established four Legal Powerhouses in Bangalore, Mexico City, São Paulo and Barcelona, which form an integral part of the Legal Function and provide defined, structured services to our other lawyers and to the wider business.

Where this position fits-into the team:

Part of the Unilever Legal Powerhouse – a team we’re currently building, which will consist of around 55 colleagues in Bangalore and 40 across Mexico, Spain & Brazil.

Integral part of the Unilever’s Legal Function - a global operation consisting of approximately 400 lawyers and specialists

Based alongside the UniOps in Bangalore – a wider team of 1,600 that powers Unilever’s compass strategy through world class business operations enabled by technology and innovation.

Role purpose

Supporting one of our 5 Global Business Groups (Nutrition, Ice Cream, Homecare, Personal Care and Beauty & Wellbeing) Legal Teams

Conducting legal research and analysis

Support to the teams in relation to monitoring of emerging regulations

Drafting legal documents

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and files

Support departmental records / data management and retention efforts using internal technology resources

Monitoring of lawsuits and administrative procedures

Support to the teams in relation to control of cases, deadlines and documentation

Submission of documents to the official entities

Supporting the management and administration of contracts

Simplification and innovation; supporting innovation and use of technology to simplify and improve the provision of legal services

Engaging with and supporting other lawyers across the globe

General administrative and office support as needed

Key Skills

Essential

Law degree

PQE of 2-3 years of experience practicing law in a law firm or corporate legal department

Strong communication skills

Willingness and drive for process excellence

The ability to work independently and cross functionally under pressure

Capable with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint – including the creation of graphical presentations

Strong communication skills in English language.

To be a pro-active self-starter who is able to work autonomously

Flexibility and readiness to work on a broad range of matters

Excellent project management skills and ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Strong interpersonal skills and highly team-oriented

Excellent written skills and attention to detail

Being able to work and respond positively in a client-led culture.

Ability to work with colleagues across multiple time-zones

 Preferable

Experience of working for a large multinational and/or in a B2C business and/or FMCG business.

Leadership Behaviors

Care deeply

Focus on what counts

Stay 3 steps ahead

Deliver with excellence

At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you