CDD - Junior Legal Counsel - Compliance

Job Description:

Want to join a fast-moving company, work among convivial teams, and take part in the global growth strategy of one of the most prestigious and comprehensive portfolios in the wine & spirits industry?
We are looking for a Junior Legal Counsel - Compliance!
You will be based at The Island, our office in central Paris.

Fixed-term contract (CDD): ASAP - December 2026

Your key missions:

1. Corruption risk map execution
* You will play a key role in the deployment of the Group's Ethics & Compliance (E&C) program, under the supervision of the Legal Counsel - Compliance, with a strong involvement in Group-level initiatives.
* You will support the end-to-end execution of the Group's corruption risk mapping project, coordinating with external service providers and ensuring the proper functioning of the supporting digital solution, including the swift resolution of any technical issues.
* You will animate and moderate E&C communication channels, ensuring smooth information flow, timely updates, and active engagement within the global E&C network, while acting as a central point of contact for Local Compliance Officers (LCOs).
* You will review corruption risk assessments submitted by LCOs and prepare analysis and recommendations for discussion with the Legal Counsel - Compliance, who will decide whether to challenge such assessments.
* You will contribute to the consolidation of risk mapping results by performing data analysis, preparing summaries, and developing high-quality presentation materials for Group-level restitution.

2. Support to the E&C program deployment
* You will contribute to the rollout, implementation, and update of Group E&C policies, procedures, and guidelines (including anti-corruption, gifts & hospitality, and third-party due diligence).
* You will support awareness and training initiatives across the Group by creating and updating E&C content and training materials.
* You will participate in the continuous improvement of E&C tools, liaising directly with tool operators and providers.

3. Animation of the E&C network
* You will help animate the E&C network by preparing and facilitating meetings and communications, including the development of supporting slide decks.
* You will act as community manager for the E&C team's digital communication channels (MyPortal, Teams) and support the E&C team in its day-to-day activities.

4. Compliance Days execution
* You will contribute to the preparation of key initiatives such as the Compliance Days, from defining the overall format and structure to developing all associated content from concept to final deliverables.

If you recognize yourself in the description below, don't wait to apply!
* You have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience as a junior lawyer, ideally in Ethics & Compliance within an international, complex, and multi-jurisdictional environment (law firm, in-house, and/or specialized E&C services firm).
* You are fluent in English and French, and comfortable working 100% in a multicultural environment; additional languages are a strong asset
* You are recognized for your rigor, structure, and reliability, with strong project management skills, including prioritization, transparency, and time management.
* You have a strong team spirit and a collaborative, adaptable mindset, and are able to work autonomously while coordinating closely with legal, compliance, and business stakeholders, supporting teammates during peak activity periods to ensure high-quality deliverables.
* You demonstrate written and verbal communication skills and a creative, solution-oriented mindset, enabling you to engage diverse stakeholders and translate compliance topics into clear, accessible, and effective messages that drive understanding and adherence to Ethics & Compliance principles
* You have hands-on experience in contributing to, developing, or monitoring E&C programs, including exposure to digital compliance solutions such as third-party due diligence or risk assessment tools.
* You show curiosity and interest in legal technologies and are motivated to explore innovative solutions, including AI-driven initiatives, to optimize ways of working.

Wait, there's more…
We offer you an outstanding and collaborative workplace that embodies our sharing & conviviality culture, the possibility to work remotely (up to 2 days a week), a very complete mutual insurance, an attractive compensation including profit-sharing, the possibility to train daily, employee events…
Pernod Ricard is committed to offering equal opportunities to all talents. Our recruitment methods focus on skills and competencies.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:2026-06-01

Target End Date:2026-12-31