LEGAL DIRECTOR POLAND

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Legal Director Poland

Position:

We are looking for a seasoned legal leader to head the local Legal Function, partnering closely with business and global teams to enable compliant growth and manage risk across the Market.

Responsibilities:

• • Act as a Trusted Business Partner
    Provide proactive, solution-oriented legal advice that simplifies complex issues into clear, actionable strategies aligned with business objectives. Participate in key decision-making processes to enable sustainable growth and risk-balanced approach to challenges.
  • Drive Strategic Legal Leadership
    Lead the Legal Function with a forward-looking approach, ensuring the team delivers high-impact support across all market operations, including GBS and GSC structures. Anticipate legal trends and translate them into business opportunities and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Enable Smart Risk-Taking
    Assess legal risks pragmatically and advise on calculated and smart risk-taking to support business agility and competitiveness. Balance compliance with commercial objectives to unlock value while safeguarding the company’s reputation.
  • Develop and Empower the Legal Team
    Delegate effectively while fostering a culture of accountability and growth. Mentor team members to enhance their capabilities, ensuring succession planning and continuous professional development.
  • Optimize External Counsel and Budget Management
    Strategically manage external advisors to ensure quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Oversee the legal budget with a focus on resource optimization and value creation.
  • Champion Compliance and Governance
    Ensure full adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Implement robust frameworks that minimize risk and reinforce ethical business practices.
  • Integrate Legal into Strategic Planning
    Provide legal insight during strategic planning and operational reviews. Influence business strategies by aligning legal considerations with corporate objectives and market dynamics.
  • Strengthen Cross-Functional Collaboration
    Facilitate seamless coordination between the Market’s Legal Department and other JTI Group legal teams to ensure consistency, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
  • Proactive Stakeholder Communication
    Keep the Regional AGC informed of significant legal developments, risks, and opportunities in a timely and transparent manner.

Requirements:

• University degree in law and Polish qualified lawyer (LL.M. and/or MBA is a plus).
• Several years in a law firm focusing on commercial matters, followed by at least 10 years of relevant experience in FMCG – either in a market (or markets cluster) or HQ role – with regular exposure to RMC business issues and challenges.
• Fluent in English and Polish; other languages are an additional benefit.
• Broad technical legal skills paired with strong business acumen.
• Excellent organizational skills, commitment to deadlines, and ability to work effectively on parallel projects and initiatives.
• Proven track record of providing actionable legal solutions.
• Very good communication skills; sound legal judgment with a strong analytical mind.
• “Can‑do” mindset, assertiveness, and ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty.

What to expect:

• Impactful leadership role with broad business exposure.
• Opportunity to shape legal strategy and partner cross‑functionally.
• Wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities and excellent benefits.

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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