About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Job Description

We are looking for a Research Development & Quality, Supply Chain and Intellectual Property Rights Advisor, within the Global Regulatory & Sustainability, Supply Chain, RD&Q and Intellectual Property Rights unit. The role reports to the Research Development & Quality, Supply Chain and Intellectual Property Rights Associate Director and it is based in Parma.

Job Purpose

Provide comprehensive legal, operational and administrative support to the Manager, covering activities related to Global IPR, Supply Chain, and R&D. The role includes drafting and reviewing contracts, coordinating documentation and processes, supporting cross-functional projects, managing priorities, and ensuring efficient communication and workflow across internal and external stakeholders. The professional will act as a key point of support for day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• Draft, review and manage contracts and agreements (Supply Chain, R&D, Procurement, services, NDAs, collaboration agreements, amendments).
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and internal processes.
• Support legal assessments and liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Support administrative activities related to trademarks, patents and other IPR procedures (filings, renewals, oppositions, payments, submissions).
• Maintain and update IPR databases, monitor deadlines, fees and legal correspondence.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Law.
• 3/5 years of professional experience in private practice (international law firm) or as in‑house counsel within an international corporate context.
• Proficiency in English and Italian.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to details, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a very fast paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

Additional Info

• Full-time, Permanent Contract
• Location: Parma 

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.