Henley-on-Thames
ABOUT BREMONT At Bremont, we design and create the ultimate tool watches — built to be tough, reliable, and ready for any adventure. Our watches are crafted for those who believe that anything is possible with the right mindset. Whether it's pushing the limits of endurance or achieving the unthinkable, Bremont is proud to provide watches for some truly extraordinary feats of endurance that inspire us to dream bigger and Take it Further. With deep British heritage, Bremont stands as a symbol of determination, innovation, and adventure. Made in our state-of-the-art facility in Henley-on-Thames, each timepiece combines precision engineering, expert craftsmanship, and cutting-edge design. Our mission? To create the world’s most capable tool watches that inspire the dream of limitless exploration. WORKING WITH US We’re united by a shared passion for adventure and excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Our culture is built on our core values: • The Spirit of the Adventurer: pushing the limits of what’s possible with a relentless determination to achieve the unimaginable. It’s this spirit that fuels our culture and drives us to keep innovating and challenging the status quo., • The Attitude of the Adventurer: a successful expedition relies on everyone playing their part. We know that the power of collaboration far exceeds individual effort. At Bremont, we share the load and know that together we will succeed., • The Focus of the Adventurer: there is no prize in complexity. True design and engineering brilliance simplifies and clarifies. Our approach to brand and business is rooted in simplifying processes and procedures to achieve greater success. Together, we create an environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to the future of Bremont. You are the Explorer… This is the Expedition… Enjoy the Adventure! KEY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE As Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for providing hands-on, commercially focused legal support across the UK, US, Australia, and Hong Kong. You will play a key role in reducing our reliance on external legal providers by building in-house capability, implementing scalable legal processes, and helping the business navigate risk as we expand globally. This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives on autonomy, enjoys variety, and wants to shape the legal function from the ground up. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead the drafting and review of commercial contracts and develop scalable templates and processes for retail/distribution contracts, licensing arrangements. influencer/ambassador deals, and supplier agreements., • Advise internal stakeholders on legal issues across multiple jurisdictions, including commercial, corporate governance, IP, and employment matters., • Support international operations by ensuring legal and regulatory compliance in the UK, US, Australia, and Hong Kong, working with local advisers where needed., • Develop and implement internal legal frameworks, compliance registers, standard templates, and training to improve efficiency, streamline decision making and reduce external legal spend., • Assist with brand protection, including trademark management and enforcement, and support on IP-related queries., • Provide guidance on marketing, e-commerce, and consumer law compliance., • Liaise with external counsel where specialist support is required, managing quality and cost. PERSON SPECIFICATION • UK-qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE, including solid experience in commercial law. In-house experience in a manufacturing, retail, fashion, or consumer goods brand is highly desirable., • Familiarity with international commercial matters and a confident, pragmatic approach to navigating multiple jurisdictions., • Strong commercial instincts, able to balance legal risk with business objectives., • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, creative environment., • Clear communicator with a collaborative and approachable style. COMPANY BENEFITS • Generous Holiday Entitlement – 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and 3 days paid time off in December for HQ Shutdown!, • Free Daily Lunch – Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on us every day on-site., • Life Assurance – Peace of mind with life cover at 3x your annual salary, • Family-Friendly Benefits – Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave to support you and your growing family., • Celebrate Your Milestones – We recognise loyalty with outstanding length of service awards – including the chance to receive one of the iconic Bremont timepieces we’re so proud to create., • Career Growth – Access tailored training programmes and clear development pathways to help you thrive., • Exclusive Discounts – Significant permanent employee discounts on Bremont Watches, along with special 'Friends & Family' sales., • Wellbeing Support – From confidential counselling to 24/7 financial and legal advice, we care about your mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing., • Social Culture – From summer parties to seasonal gatherings, we host regular social events that bring everyone together., • Give Back – We're proud to support team members who want to volunteer for good causes, with flexibility for approved time off. WORKING ENVIRONMENT • Hours of work: 9-5.30, • Monday – Friday, • Hybrid working (minimum 3 days on-site), • Probation process: 4 months, • Notice period – 2 months INTERVIEW PROCESS Stage 1 Telephone or Teams introduction with Hiring Manager to discuss application, interest in role, and suitability for the role. Stage 2 Interview with the hiring manager and HR – in person Stage 3 TBC We are dedicated to creating an open and inclusive working environment, and this starts with our recruitment practices. We try to ensure that everybody who is interested in joining our team has equal opportunity and ability to start that journey with us. We intend to have flexible and accessible hiring practices and will make every attempt to adapt to your needs throughout. We welcome any requests for adjustments in our processes.
