Legal Counsel

We’re excited about the future, and we’d love you to be part of it. If you're passionate about shaping what comes next and making a meaningful impact, we’d be delighted to have you explore this role with us. We’re proud to offer a vibrant employee experience that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunities across our diverse operations, creating an environment where you can thrive.

Join our team and let’s grow together!

We’re excited about the future—and we’d love you to be part of it. If you're passionate about shaping what comes next and making a meaningful impact, we’d be delighted to have you explore this role with us. We’re proud to offer a vibrant employee experience that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunities across our diverse operations, creating an environment where you can thrive.

ABOUT THE ROLE: 

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. This role will provide legal support across a diverse portfolio of businesses within the Group.

In this essential role, you will help ensure the Group operates within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks while supporting business objectives through sound legal advice, effective risk management, and practical commercial solutions. You will work closely with internal stakeholders across multiple functions, providing guidance on contracts, compliance, corporate matters, and dispute resolution.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As Legal Counsel, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing legal advice and support to business units on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and operational matters.

• Identifying legal risks and recommending practical and commercially sound solutions.

• Supporting corporate governance activities and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Assisting with the implementation and monitoring of legal and compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks.

• Supporting internal investigations and regulatory inquiries as required.

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier, service, licensing, and distribution contracts.

• Providing legal support for commercial transactions, procurement activities, and strategic business initiatives.

• Assisting with the preparation and review of corporate documents, resolutions, and transactional documentation.

• Managing contract review processes and maintaining legal templates and documentation.

• Supporting litigation, claims, and dispute resolution matters in conjunction with external counsel.

• Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and providing timely, practical legal guidance.

• Promoting legal awareness, ethical conduct, and compliance across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) or equivalent legal qualification is required.
• Legal Education Certificate is required.
• Admission to the Barbados Bar and eligibility to practice law in Barbados are required.
• Minimum of 5 years' post-qualification legal experience, preferably including experience in an in-house legal environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law, contract management and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance legal considerations with business objectives.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong legal analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound commercial judgment and business acumen.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

BENEFITS:

We’re proud to offer a vibrant employee experience that fosters growth, collaboration, and regional exposure.

An attractive remuneration and benefits package is being offered. Our benefits package includes participation in the Group Life, Medical Insurance and Pension Schemes, opportunities for training & development and Paid time off for vacation. Through our Employee Share Purchase Scheme you have the opportunity to be a part-owner of GEL (where eligible)—let’s grow together!

ABOUT US:

For over 100 years, Goddard Enterprises has been a cornerstone of innovation, resilience, and regional impact. What began as a small grocery store in Barbados has grown into a dynamic organization of over 8,000 professionals, operating across 27 countries in the Caribbean, Latin America, and North America. Our journey has been one of transformations— driven by purpose, built by lasting partnerships, powered by people and guided by values that stand the test of time.

Today, Goddard Enterprises is bold, diverse, and financially strong. We manage a portfolio of more than 100 companies across diverse industries. We continue to grow, innovate, and serve our communities, while creating opportunities for our people to build fulfilling careers.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit your application by October 27th, 2026.

Please visit our Careers Page to complete your application, no later than October 27th, 2026.