Location: Korea, Republic of
State/Province/City: Seoul
City: Seoul
Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Time Type: Full-time
Legal & Compliance Specialist, Korea
Description & Requirements
Who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
About this team
The lululemon legal team’s purpose is to empower the business while navigating risk and playing in possibility. We are a team that cultivates a culture of connection and curiosity. We thrive by caring for the whole person, fostering an inclusive environment and having fun.
A day in the life
Based in the Korea Store Support Centre, and reporting to Legal Counsel, Korea, you will be responsible for a broad variety of legal matters including:
Contract review & Chop Management:
- Review the contracts as assigned by Legal Counsel.
- Support the maintenance and updating of Korean market standard contract templates and other legal documentation.
- Oversee secure management and usage logs of the company's chop.
Legal Research & Dispute Support:
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings as directed by Legal Counsel.
- Support dispute resolution processes by gathering relevant documentation, preparing factual summaries, and maintaining case files.
- Coordinate with external law firms, track time charges, and relevant communication.
Compliance Support:
- Monitor legislative and regulatory updates, including relevant laws and standards (e.g., PIPA, Ecomme & Network Act etc,)
- Serve as the first point of contact for retail and GEC for legal inquiries and guest complaints.
- Support the team in identifying issues and assisting with risk mitigation by helping coordinate with relevant stakeholders and preparing agendas and meeting materials as needed.
- Support the maintenance and implementation of company policies and legal/compliance SOPs to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Prepare and organize legally required evidence for compliance reviews, audits, and certification renewals, including privacy-related documentation required for maintaining ISMS certification.
- Work closely with the regional team to align compliance-related projects and initiatives with the requirements and practices of the Korean market.
Training & Awareness:
- Support the scheduling, preparation, and record keeping of legal and compliance training sessions.
- Plan and conduct the compliance training to enhance the stakeholders’ awareness as necessary.
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in an in-house legal team or at a law firm, supporting legal or compliance functions, with experience in handling legal reviews and related tasks.
- Bachelor’s degree in law (or relevant legal education) is preferred.
- Experience or familiarity with working in an MNC and/or the retail or e-commerce industry is preferred.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office and document management tools.
- Business-level proficiency in English.
Must haves:
- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.
Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Learn more about what it's like working for lululemon in our Asia-Pacific markets:
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Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.
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