Legal Specialist

Legal Specialist – Italy (Milano)We play to grow and win, do you? If you are interested in the legal field and would like to work in a young and dynamic company, this is your opportunity As an in‑house Legal Specialist, you will provide a broad range of legal and compliance services, support, and counsel to several company functions and to the Italian operations.You will be part of the Country Legal Team and will report to the Country Legal Director. The advice you provide and the services you deliver will be strategic, timely, proactive, practical, and cost‑effective, while meeting the highest legal, ethical, and professional standards.What we will do togetherPartner with internal clients by considering immediate legal and compliance issues within a broad business context and identifying business purposes and objectives.Proactively apply legal and compliance expertise to address specific business activities.Develop alternative legal solutions to enable the achievement of successful business outcomes.Draft, review, and participate in negotiations of a wide range of legal documents, including commercial contracts, supply and service agreements, settlement agreements, legal letters, statements of defence, and legal briefs.Effectively support members of the Country Legal Team through legal research, providing timely and business‑oriented advice to internal clients on legal and compliance matters.Demonstrate expert knowledge of country laws, regulations, and policies across several specialized legal areas, as well as company policies and procedures; maintain a strong working knowledge of corporate law, contract law, commercial law, and competition law.What we offer youPermanent position with extraordinary benefits.Work‑life balance: remote working options and flexible hours.Growth opportunities: professional development through dedicated training courses and cross‑functional paths.Inclusive environment: diversity and inclusion are embraced.Are you the missing ingredient we’re looking for?Must have requirementsLaw degree.At least 2–3 years of post‑qualification professional experience.Professional experience as a trainee and/or attorney in a reputable law firm.Strong and solid background in corporate law, contract law, and court and out‑of‑court litigation.Excellent command of Italian and English, both written and spoken.Positive communication style with excellent verbal and written skills, and ability to synthesize complex legal and compliance issues into clear and essential elements for clients.Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple time‑sensitive projects simultaneously.Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including diplomacy and flexibility, and the ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels.Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced work environment, demonstrating initiative, autonomy, and the ability to learn quickly.Nice to have requirementsSuccessfully passed the bar exam and licensed to practice law before Italian courts.Additional expertise in one or more of the following: competition law, data protection, compliance with Legislative Decree 231/2001, public and environmental law, food law.LLM obtained abroad and/or professional experience as an in‑house counsel.Experience in the FMCG sector.Where you will workSesto San Giovanni (MI), with the possibility of remote work.Discover who we areCoca‑Cola HBC Italia, part of the Coca‑Cola HBC Group, is the leading bottler and distributor of The Coca‑Cola Company's branded products in Italy. We employ around 2,000 people and operate through 6 facilities: 3 dedicated to the production of soft drinks located in Nogara, Oricola, and Marcianise; 2 mineral water bottling sites—Fonti del Vulture in Rionero in Vulture and Lurisia in Roccaforte Mondovì—and an innovative hub in Gaglianico dedicated to the production of recycled plastic (rPET) bottles.Coca‑Cola HBC Italia is a 24/7 Total Beverage Partner, covering all consumption occasions—breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beyond. Our values—Customer first, Deliver Sustainable, Make It Simple—define who we are.We foster diversityWe are an inclusive employer that thrives on diversity. Our environment provides equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We actively seek a diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer under Law 903/77 and Law 125/91. Privacy disclosures are available on our website.#J-18808-Ljbffr