Legal Counsel Work From Home

Company: SherwinWilliamsUk
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Across the EMEAI region, the business operates in both industrial and consumer markets, with a presence in numerous countries and a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. We are now seeking a Senior Counsel to join our established regional legal team, supporting our EMEAI Industrial businesses. The role will be based in the Manchester area, with hybrid working available (not fully remote). Some national and international travel will be required. As Senior Counsel, you will provide senior-level legal support across Sherwin-Williams EMEAI operations, with a primary focus on the Global Industrial / Performance Coatings Group. You will act as a trusted advisor to management teams, delivering practical, commercially focused legal advice while supporting business objectives and effective risk management. Global Industrial / Performance Coatings Group Seven business units producing, selling, and distributing the Companys industrial products. Manufacturing operations, logistics, procurement, and operational support for commercial divisions. Advising on GDPR compliance and related data protection matters. Supporting the review of marketing collateral, particularly in relation to green claims and sustainability-related communications. Act as the primary legal advisor to management teams within the Global Industrial / Performance Coatings Group in EMEAI. Provide senior-level, solution-oriented legal advice across a wide range of matters, including: Commercial contracts and negotiations Disputes and claims management Marketing and advertising compliance Export controls and wider compliance matters Proactively support legal and business projects, helping to identify, manage, and reduce legal risk. Deliver training and guidance to stakeholders to enhance legal awareness and the effectiveness of in-house legal services. Work collaboratively with legal and business colleagues across a matrixed international organisation. Experience gained in-house legal department. Strong background in corporate, commercial, and contract law. Litigation, Privacy & GDPR, Construction, Regulatory, HR & Pensions, Real Estate, IP, Sustainability, Export Compliance. Work life balance hybrid and flexible working schedule Competitive compensation program Company bonus plan Private medical insurance Car allowance Company contributed pension Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment Sherwin Academy offers continuous training programs for all seniority levels Attractive wellbeing, mental health, women & inclusion and ID&E programs Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Career with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process….

Posted: April 1st, 2026