Legal Counsel

Job Location: ​Istanbul​

Company Description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Istanbul Office as part of the Region Türkiye & IPA and HCo (Hazelnut Company) Türkiye Legal Team. In this role, you will report directly to the Ferrero Türkiye General Counsel and gain significant exposure to the company's internal legal processes. As a member of the shared function, you will support both Ferrero Cikolata (Region Türkiye) and Ferrero Findik (HCo) companies. Your role is vital in providing legal guidance and governance, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of capabilities and efficiency.
If you believe you have the qualifications for this role at Ferrero, click the Apply button now. This is an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself and grow with us!

Main Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate, and review contracts across various areas such as procurement (raw & pack, general, media, technical), logistics, warehousing, sales, distribution, leasing, outsourcing, construction, third-party manufacturing, marketing, and other legal documents from vendors, customers, and third parties, ensuring compliance with local laws and Group Policies.
• Provide daily legal advice and act as a business partner, offering legal opinions on all matters including operational and supply issues, industrial projects, food law and regulations, marketing campaigns and projects, and advising multiple stakeholders across various business units.
• Prepare, review, and implement corporate governance activities such as Board of Directors Meetings, resolutions, General Assembly Meetings, and Powers of Attorney.
• Stay updated on developments in anti-trust, data protection, anti-bribery, and corruption laws, implement relevant policies and programs, and deliver compliance training to ensure business stakeholders align with Group Policies and local legislation.
• Liaise with external legal firms, monitor outside counsel, track expenditures, and negotiate with regulatory authorities and other commercial partners as needed.
• Keep the Ferrero Türkiye Legal Counsel informed on legal concerns and key corporate, contractual, regulatory, and commercial matters and disputes in the region.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree is a plus)
• Preferably minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house, preferably within the FMCG sector
• Strong knowledge and experience in contract management, commercial, corporate, civil, and anti-trust laws
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong presentation and negotiation abilities
• Proficient in research, analysis, reporting, and time management
• Interest in legal technology
• Proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Turkish

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.