Location: Mexico
State/Province/City: Ciudad de Mexico
City: Mexico City
Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Time Type: Full-time
Legal Counsel, Mexico
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 the team
We are self-described “legal outliers." Our vision is to inspire and educate, provide value from beginning to end and create an environment where work enriches life, and life enriches work. We believe in “the sweat life" - sweat, relationships and personal development - and we live it every day.
We educate and collaborate in a fun and unique way, offering creative solutions to secure the future of our organization. Specifically, the Commercial function of the Legal Department provides strategic legal advice, negotiates, drafts and reviews contracts, and advises on the development of policies in support of various departments across the organization, including Procurement, Sustainability, Strategic Sales, Store Development, Finance, Trade & Customs, Logistics, and Sourcing.
a day in the life
You will be responsible to assist in a broad variety of legal matters including:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts to ensure compliance with Mexican laws and company policies.
- Identify legal risks and collaborate with other Legal Department experts to deliver actionable solutions in region on a variety of matters including privacy, tax, labour, and intellectual property.
- Applying enterprise-wide policies and providing legal education to business partners.
- Providing fit-for-purpose legal advice to business partners, enabling the organization to act in compliance in day-to-day operations.
- Researching unique legal issues and industry trends impacting the organization, identifying applicable laws, and keeping abreast of legislative changes and requirements.
qualifications:
- Law degree from a recognized Mexican university (Juris Doctor or equivalent), licensed to practice law in Mexico. Additional certifications, such as an LLM, are a plus.
- 3 to 8 years of legal experience as a practicing lawyer (prior in-house experience preferred and/or experience in retail, fashion, or consumer goods sectors).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English.
- Keen attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and excellent organizational skills. Good judgment with an understanding of when to ask for guidance or input.
- Excellent analytical, written, verbal, research, and communication skills. Ability to evaluate risk and manage competing priorities.
must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
additional Notes
Authorization to work in Mexico is required for this role.
workplace arrangement
This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy:
In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week.
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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.
lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us ataccommodations@lululemon.com. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.