Legal Counsel
AB InBev · London
Seniority Level: Associate#DreamBig
Purpose:
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Budweiser, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Camden Hells, Beck’s, and Leffe. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.
The role
Reporting to the Head of Legal (UK and Ireland), the Legal Counsel operates within Budweiser Brewing Group (“BBG”), a proud part of AB InBev. Based in a vibrant office in the City of London, you will join a fast-paced and dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to support and influence key projects and commercial activity. This role supports both BBG’s well-established UK business and its rapidly expanding operations in Ireland.
BBG is an office-based company, with team members working on-site five days a week. Our office environment plays a key role in maintaining our culture; we believe that in-person collaboration fosters stronger communication, faster problem-solving, and more meaningful professional development.
We’re a team of passionate owners who aren’t afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive, and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So, let’s take on the challenge together. Cheers to dreaming big!
Duties & Responsibilities:
Commercial contracts: Lead the negotiation and drafting of sales, sponsorship, and outsourced service agreements, including logistics, procurement, and warehousing – help us make, deliver, and sell our amazing beer
Sponsorship agreements: Work on major sponsorships, including partnerships across the FIFA World Cup, the Olympics, Wimbledon, and the English Football Association, alongside partnerships with the likes of Live Nation and Netflix
Marketing: Work with our brand marketing teams to bring our brilliant brands and mega-partnerships to life in a legally compliant way
Competition law: Apply knowledge of competition law in commercial decision-making
Process digitisation: Collaborate with European legal colleagues on digitising legal workflows, including responsible AI adoption
Litigation: Support the management and resolution of commercial disputes and litigation
Innovation: Work with local and global colleagues in product and packaging innovation as we seek to lead and grow the beer category
Corporate governance: Support the Company Secretary in keeping Companies House filings up to date
Compliance training: Contribute to the delivery of BBG’s annual compliance training programme
Who we’re looking for
Qualified as a Solicitor in the UK or other relevant jurisdiction
Proven experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts
Proven experience in supporting or working for a consumer organisation is desirable
Experience operating in a fast-paced environment
Benefits & Perks
25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options
Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection
Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)
26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers
A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
Life assurance & charitable giving
Why build your career with us
We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.
UNIQUE CULTURE
We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES
We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.#
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