Legal Counsel - 2 year FTC

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Legal Counsel - 2 year FTC

Job Introduction

Why Dechra?

Thank you for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about joining Dechra.

A career at Dechra is different. W e're a growing global company with a presence in 27 countries but our purpose is simple - to achieve the sustainable improvement of animal health and welfare.

In this role you would be part of a legal team that's not only highly skilled but genuinely supportive and collaborative . We work across borders, share knowledge freely, and celebrate each other's successes. You'll be empowered to grow, contribute, and make a difference - all while helping shape the future of a company that's transforming animal health .

If you want to be part of a team that invests in your future and ensures you have the support to reach your full potential and thrive, please read on .

The Opportunity: Legal Counsel (Fixed-Term)

Contract: Fixed-Term (2 years)

Location: Hybrid (2 days a week at Northwich HQ inc. Thursdays for team meetings)

Dechra has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join its experienced, truly collegiate global legal team . You will play a key role in Dechra's ambitious global transformation journey, designed to shape the future of its business .

You'll be supporting a key strategic initiative to re-contract with suppliers in various jurisdictions to help secure improved commercial and financial terms . You'll work closely with the legal team's business partner for Dechra's Manufacturing and Supply Division (DM&S) as well as the wider legal team (based in the UK, US and Croatia) and colleagues across manufacturing, procurement, finance, sales and beyond . Although this is primarily a global commercial contracts role, the legal team support a huge range of interesting work across all Dechra functions globally so there will be ample opportunity to get stuck into a variety of other matters .

Role Responsibilities:

You'll be an integral part of the legal team which partners with the business to deliver results. This is a role where you will be empowered to take ownership but will be supported by experienced colleagues where required . Your key responsibilities will include:

Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts with external legal support as needed, in particular :

• Contract manufacturing agreements
• Supply chain and procurement contracts
• Warehousing, logistics, and distribution agreements
• MSAs, service contracts, and NDAs

Ideal Candidate

We're seeking a confident , commercially minded lawyer who enjoys a collaborative , fast-paced environment, core requirements and skills include:

• Qualified lawyer with a current SRA practising certificate.
• Strong commercial law background, particularly drafting and negotiating manufacturing and supply contracts across multiple jurisdictions .
• Project management skills.

Experience in the following areas is desirable (but not essential):

• Experience in animal or human health sectors.
• Familiarity with distribution and logistics contracts.
• Experience working in-house as part of a global team.

What We Can Offer You? -

• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Hybrid working (2 days a week in the office in Northwich, including Thursdays for legal team meetings)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & Employee Assistance Program
• Life Assurance
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced family leave
• Discretionary bonus
• Discounted pet food

About The Company

If a career at Dechra has piqued your interest, find out more at Dechra Careers . All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we're looking for . Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don't be too disappointed - we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which could be suitable, and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site . We value diversity within our global workforce and encourage an inclusive culture. Any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com