Legal Assistant (30 hrs part time)

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a: Legal Assistant (30 hrs part time)

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, TYLENOL, LISTERINE, JOHNSON’S and BAND-AID that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role reports to:

Senior Legal Director Northern Europe

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, United Kingdom, Reading, Berkshire

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Job Advert – Legal Assistant (Northern Europe) | Kenvue UK Limited | Reading | Permanent | 30 hours/week

Kenvue UK Limited is looking for a highly organised Legal Assistant to support the Northern Europe Legal team. This is a permanent, part-time position (30 hours per week) based in Reading (UK). The role is varied and fast-paced, spanning contract coordination, legal know-how and SharePoint ownership, governance support, and legal training/communications—helping the legal team deliver timely, high-quality support to the business.

Role details: Permanent | Part-time (30 hours/week) | Location: Reading.

What you’ll do

• Own and maintain the Northern Europe Legal SharePoint site, ensuring templates, guidance, policies and updates are current and easy to access.
• Support end-to-end contracting workflows in Malbek (CLM): contract intake checks, document upload, signature routing, and quality control of executed agreements.
• Support marketing and commercial activity by maintaining guidance on competitions and promotions (ASA/CAP) and coordinating approvals/audit trails; monitor social media competitions for compliance.
• Support the processing of influencer/HCP consulting agreements and annual pharmacy rebate/promotion contracts, liaising with business owners and Ethics & Compliance.
• Support corporate governance activities for Northern Europe entities (minutes/resolutions, execution logistics, record keeping and submission for KEMS recording).
• Coordinate annual competition law training and other legal readiness/training activity (including dawn raid readiness), managing logistics, materials and attendance records.
• Manage the Northern Europe Legal Team’s Microsoft Teams channel and coordinate monthly team meetings, including agendas and action tracking.
• Provide operational and administrative support (e.g., travel, expenses, CSR volunteering coordination) and support outside counsel engagement/matter administration where required.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, legal operations, or comparable administrative role (in-house or law firm).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and peaks in workload, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience supporting contract workflows (e.g., CLM tools, signature routing, document control) and maintaining accurate records.
• Confidence working with business stakeholders and handling routine queries, with sound judgement on when to escalate.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to maintain clear guidance and templates for business users.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, Outlook, SharePoint).

Desirable

• Experience with CLM tools (e.g., Malbek) and/or legal matter management and billing tools (e.g., Onit).
• Familiarity with ASA/CAP guidance on UK competitions and promotions and/or marketing compliance frameworks.
• Experience supporting corporate governance processes and entity documentation (e.g., board minutes/resolutions).
• Experience coordinating compliance training and maintaining attendance/completion records.

How you’ll be measured

• Contracts processed within agreed timelines/SLAs, with accurate records and minimal rework.
• SharePoint content, templates and signatory information kept current and easy to navigate.
• Timely, well-controlled support for promotions/competitions, with appropriate escalation and retained audit trails.
• Governance documentation coordinated and submitted within required timelines.
• Training and team communications delivered to plan (including monthly team meetings and channel upkeep).

Why join us

You’ll join a collaborative legal team supporting a broad and interesting business agenda across Northern Europe, with opportunities to build capability across contracting, governance, compliance training and legal operations. We offer a supportive environment, professional development, and a role that provides strong visibility across Legal and the wider business.

About the process

If you’re interested, please apply with your CV and a short statement summarising your relevant experience. We may invite shortlisted candidates to an interview and a short task focused on prioritisation, attention to detail and stakeholder communication.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.