Senior Legal Counsel UK

September 10, 2026

<h2>Job Description</h2>At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!About the role:As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will be the sole legal counsel for the UK region.You are expected to act as a legal generalist who is well versed with different legal, commercial and compliance topics.You will be working in a fast-paced and ever-changing business and legal environment. Therefore, you need to be agile, willing to adapt and also capable of driving change.As we are a truly international company, you will interact and get involved in matters in other jurisdictions and with other legal teams across the world. You therefore need to feel comfortable working with different jurisdictions. Alongside your legal responsibilities, you will also be part of the extended commercial leadership team for the UK region.Location:The role is based in Luton.What you'll do:<ul><li>Legal advisory: Act as the primary legal advisor for the UK and Ireland commercial operations, providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice to management and functional teams on a wide range of legal matters, covering areas such as distribution, dealership, supply, customer service, procurement, logistics, marketing and compliance.</li></ul><ul><li>Compliance: Support Electrolux’s compliance efforts particularly in the anti-trust and anti-corruption fields, and collaborate with Group functions to deliver training and guidance on key legal and compliance topics.</li></ul><ul><li>Litigation Management: Oversee and manage litigation and disputes, working closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders to protect Electrolux interests in legal proceedings.</li></ul><ul><li>Risk Management: Identifying and assessing legal risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.</li></ul> Who you are: <ul><li>English law degree.</li><li>Solid experience (approximately 10 years) with a reputable law firm and/or as an in-house counsel in a multinational company. Proven experience in managing commercial, legal, and compliance/governance matters with a regional scope is a strong plus.</li><li>Experience in a direct-to-consumer or e-commerce environment is desirable but not mandatory.</li><li>Fluency in English is a must.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex legal issues and provide practical, solution-oriented advice.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including other legal professionals, business units, and external counsels.</li><li>High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the company's values and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>Benefits Highlights:<ul><li>Defined Contribution Pension Scheme - Company contribution up to 8%</li><li>25 days holiday plus Bank holidays</li><li>Enhanced Company Sick Pay</li><li>Healthcare Cash Plan – cashback towards dental and optical, complementary and alternative therapies, savings on shopping, restaurants and gym membership</li><li>Life Assurance 3 x salary</li><li>50% Staff discount, 40% friends and family discount</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 GP, mental health support, financial, legal, health and nutrition advice</li><li>Premium Subscription to Calm App</li><li>Private Healthcare</li><li>Company bonus</li></ul>As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.#LI-AM1

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