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Lindt and Sprungli

Headquartered in Kilchberg, Switzerland, Lindt & Sprungli is world renown for its superlative chocolate products available in over 100 countries around the glob

Senior Legal Counsel

Location

Louisiana

Posted

10 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

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Job Description

Senior Legal Counsel

Lindt and Sprungli

Title: Senior Legal Counsel Location: Baton Rouge, LA Full time Hybrid Job Description: Company Introduction: Lindt & Sprüngli is a Swiss chocolate manufacturer and recognized as a global leader in the market for premium chocolate, offering a large selection of products around the world. Lindt & Sprüngli looks back on a long-standing tradition of 175 years during which it has become known as one of the most innovative and creative companies making premium chocolate under the key brand Lindt. Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is the holding company of the US family of companies Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, Lindt & Sprüngli (USA) Inc. and Russell Stover Chocolates Inc. Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. offers a shared-services model acting as the Center of Excellence for the North American market by providing world-class Supply Chain, Project Management, Information Technology, and additional business services to the local entities. This is an exciting time to join our company as we are further accelerating the success story and market expansion over the next years. High performing, entrepreneurial, result driven and passionate employees are key success factors for Lindt & Sprüngli. We are warmly welcoming ambitious talents to join us. What Lindt & Sprüngli offers: - A highly passionate team driven for success - A fast-changing business environment and entrepreneurial mindset - Central and prime office location in Kansas City next to the Plaza - US or international career opportunities within the Lindt Group - Opportunities to be involved in employee committees - A flexible work environment offering a hybrid model - Market competitive compensation, annual bonus and benefits - And of course – delicious premium chocolate! Lindt & Sprungli wants employees who align to our core values: - Excellence: You have passion for what you are doing and strive for excellence - Innovation: You are constantly looking for new and better ways to deliver success - Entrepreneurship: You are empowered and accountable for your actions and results - Responsibility: You act with integrity and treat everyone with respect - Collaboration: You support your colleagues across disciplines, business segments and geographies Job Description Summary: The Senior Legal Counsel provides comprehensive legal support for Lindt & Sprüngli North America and its affiliated brands (including Ghirardelli Chocolate Company and Russell Stover Chocolates), advising on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and operational matters. This role supports multiple business divisions, including logistics, procurement, sales, IT, and operations, while serving as a trusted legal partner to senior leadership. The Senior Legal Counsel manages outside counsel, monitors legal and regulatory developments, executes legal and compliance training, and leads key legal operational initiatives. The role works closely with internal stakeholders across functions and regions to ensure legal risks are identified, managed, and aligned with business objectives, while supporting day-to-day business needs and strategic projects. Essential Functions Comprehensive support in all legal matters of the following business divisions: - Corporate Governance, incl. Risk Reporting - Logistics & Construction - Co-Man/Co-Pack - Procurement - Sales - IT - Retail Leases - Insurance (notify claims adjuster, manage insurance counsel) - Bankruptcies Legal support of all functions: LS Mexico or LS Canada (in accordance with Delivery Model) Ownership and execution of legal operational topics, such as: - Execute Legal & Compliance Trainings (per Group Legal & IP) - Outside Counsel Management (incl. implementation and compliance of OCG) - Monitor legal developments in areas of responsibility and inform stakeholders and business partners - Ad hoc projects Basic Qualifications - U.S. Qualified lawyer with strong academic record - At least 5-7 years legal post-qualification experience, preferably including time spent both with a leading law firm and in-house with a large multinational corporation - Demonstrated experience in food law and/or FDA regulations is an advantage - “Hands-on” commercial & contract legal experience, including international experience - Experience and success in working with senior management and international environments - Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization and with outside counsel - Strong advocacy skills, including the ability to effectively and efficiently communicate in writing and orally, an aptitude for practical negotiation with both legal and commercial issues, and the capability to think clearly and quickly under pressure - A strong commitment to integrity and professionalism, and a passion for excellence - Self-starter with a hands-on, entrepreneurial, solution-oriented and flexible approach - Positive work attitude and the ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced working environment (managing numerous legal matters with changing priorities and deadlines) Travel Requirements: Limited amount of travel is required Language requirements: - English (fluency) - Other languages are an advantage Company Description Lindt and Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is the Supply Chain and Business Shared Services Company supporting the Lindt & Sprüngli family of brands (Lindt USA, Ghirardelli Chocolates and Russell Stover Chocolates), headquartered in Kansas City, MO. Employment by Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is contingent upon I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, and satisfactory employment and background checks.

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