Legal Counsel Pécs

Legal Counsel
Pécs
Pécs, Baranya, HU

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco  Hungary   has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel  in Pécs

As a Legal Counsel,  you will be in charge with preparing legal documents  to support the Operational Business Unit  of BAT Hungary,  support business decisions and also enhance operations’ transformational opportunities, whilst ensuring compliance to Group policies and the applicable law.

• Advises in the preparation, drafting and negotiation of a wide variety of intra-Group contracts and other legal documentation relating to sourcing and services to ensure legal and fiscal compliance & optimisation
• Engages in planning, strategic projects and daily operations  by monitoring and counselling the procurement process in its entirety to ensure legal compliance of materials, mechanisms and processes;
• Drafts and counsels on service, supply and project related agreements and other applicable documents, delivers effective and easy-to-use contract templates for the OBU.
• Pro-actively guides HR department in seeking out new and effective communication methods within the applicable legal framework, including but not limited to employer branding and recruitment processes.
• Accountable for the company’s compliance (focusing on OBU) with all applicable policies and procedures such as SOBC, Corporate Governance, Records Management, Data Protection etc.
• Counsels the business functions and cross-functional teams in order to ensure awareness of and compliance to all relevant legislation (excise, competition law, tobacco regulations, tax, employment law, etc. )
• Provides wide range of legal expertise in signing off internal and external corporate communication messages.
• Provides or procures legal advisory support across all operations related business activities to managers and the Head of Legal
• Deep understanding of contractual legal environment (e. g. construction, design, supply, engagement and work contracts)

• Law degree
• Preferably 3 years legal experience after the completion of Hungarian BAR exam, with a good understanding of the legal environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  in English and in Hungarian
• Ability to engage and communicate in clear and coherent manner
• Preferably experience in legal support of industrial development and operations
• Working experience in multinational environment or tobacco industry experience are considered as an asset

• 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