Commercial Counsel: Contracts, Advertising & Disputes

Vestacy is a standalone company (carved out from Reckitt) with a clear purpose: to transform houses into homes. We’re home to some of the world’s most trusted brands (Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, and Mortein) helping millions of people care for the spaces they live in every day.

Backed by Advent, a leading global private equity firm, we have the freedom to think big and move fast. With almost 3,000 colleagues across 20+ countries, we see every person as a Founder, empowered to make bold decisions and shape what’s next.

We care for our company the way you care for your own home: with energy, passion, and pride. Here, you’ll find space to grow, opportunities to lead, and the support to thrive. Together, we’re building something extraordinary.

Legal

Our Legal team is responsible for leading and overseeing our strategic direction, operations and performance. Together, we navigate and lead Vestacy through dynamic global and environmental changes, whilst looking ahead to the horizon for growth and sustainability opportunities. We touch every part of our organisation, from developing and executing long term business strategies to ensuring financial health and budgeting. We do this by inspiring and guiding cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, innovation, and encouraging pride throughout - shaping our culture of care - with key values and ethical standards leading our way.

About the role

As Commercial Counsel you will be a part of the Essential Home North American Legal team, reporting directly to the Legal Director, Essential Home North America. Central to everything we do is a uniquely confident, entrepreneurial, can-do culture. It’s all about a passionate commitment to teamwork, competing to win in the marketplace and developing and rewarding talent. Reckitt is seeking an attorney with experience with advertising law, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution and will generally work on other legal matters as needed. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic legal team and work on solving emerging issues creatively in an exciting and fast-paced environment.

Your responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise various types of contracts, including supply agreements, service agreements, and vendor contracts. Prepare and update library of contract templates.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Conduct legal research related to contract law and other relevant topics.
• Advise on advertising law related to our bran communication.
• Provide guidance and assistance in respect of dispute resolution and where needed litigation. regulations.

The experience we're looking for

• Law degree from an accredited law school require.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with a major corporation from a relevant industry or leading law firm.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law principles and experience drafting and negotiating a range of contract types.
• Knowledge of advertising law.
• Experience of dispute resolution and litigation.
• The ability to interface effectively with internal senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Clear and effective communicator with a commitment to responsiveness and problem-solving.
• Strong desire to learn the business and function smoothly as part of an interdisciplinary team.

What we offer

We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer numerous local benefits and global benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral program, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives.

US pay transparency

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $163,000 - $204,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

Equality

We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. If you resonate with our purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick every box. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive.