Team size worldwide: 25 (excluding IP Management team and Real Estate team in South America)

Could you share an example of a time when you came up with an innovation that improved how your legal team works and did not come at a large expense?

The team developed a digital solution allowing approving and execution of proxies and power of attorneys for the Europe and South American regions. Until the implementation was completed, the process was complex and lengthy, involving multiple approvals via email with lots of resistance from the organisation to accept responsibility and accountability, such as those concerning delegation of authority. The solution (developed in-house) allowed the proper allocation of responsibility and accountability and the execution of the majority of the power of attorney and proxies via e-signature.

Can you sum up the team culture/ethos in one sentence? 

The legal team follows the company culture:

‘Building the most innovative and customer-focused culture’

The more closely we work with our customers, the greater the difference we can make for them. Being closer to customers does not just mean we can be more responsive to their needs. It also helps us to listen better – to understand their concerns, cultures and ways of working. And to be alert to new thinking and ideas that enable us to deliver better advice, service and solutions.