Job Description

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create our purpose; 'Smart Science to Improve Lives(TM)'. With over 6,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.




As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Regional Counsel to join our EMEA Legal team, responsible for advising our businesses in the UK (Croda's Global HQ), Sweden and Netherlands on a broad range of commercial and compliance topics.




Please note, this role will be covering a 14-month period of maternity leave.

Who We're Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.



6+ years PQE Experience gained in either private practice or in-house roles to provide pragmatic and business-friendly advice Chemical or manufacturing experience helpful but not essential Experience in working in a dynamic and challenging legal function supporting the business and its competing priorities Some exposure to supply agreements, collaboration agreements & licences and SaaS contracts, plus data protection would be advantageous

What You'll Be Doing:

Provide advice on, and solutions to, a broad range of legal and compliance issues, mainly of commercial nature e.g. commercial agreements, collaboration agreements and licences, IT SaaS agreements and compliance issues. Advice on disputes and litigation when needed Identify areas of risk and liability to the business and providing solutions to minimise, or eliminate them Work closely with contacts at a senior level within the business and instruct and manage external professional service providers Make complex decisions with a high degree of accountability and responsibility Work with and manage instructions to external Legal Counsel Close supervision of external lawyers where they are instructed which can include litigation and disputes Support the implementation and monitoring of the Croda Code of Ethics, Croda Code of Conduct and related Croda policies Ensure appropriate compliance programmes are in place across the region, supported by training programmes

What We Offer:

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.




The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:



Defined benefit pension scheme 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays) Private medical insurance Free lunch in on-site restaurant Access to share plans Free car parking on Croda sites

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position based at our Cowick site.




If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com.



Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.