The Legal Counsel is a member of the Legal Affairs team, whose primary function is to safeguard the Scotch Whisky category. Within that function, the team requires to:

secure and maintain recognition of Scotch Whisky as a description reserved only for whisky produced in Scotland;

take action to stop the sale of products being passed off as Scotch Whisky;

take action to prevent the registration of trade marks which falsely evoke Scotch Whisky;

advocate for greater awareness of and effective action on illicit trade; and

ensure a fit for purpose domestic and overseas regulatory framework for the protection of Scotch Whisky which supports the long-term interests of members.

Salary: From £48,000 for NQ and otherwise dependent on experience.