Senior Legal Counsel

Holt Renfrew
offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development.The
Senior Legal Counsel (in-house)
is a senior level corporate and commercial lawyer responsibleforproactively advising internal clients and providing support to Holt Renfrew on a variety of legal matters. The Senior Legal Counsel works cross-functionally with business leaders from the Product, IT, Finance, Privacy, Marketing, Procurement, and Operations teams as well as external counsel. The Senior Legal Counsel will be expected to lead project teams, advise on company- wide strategic initiatives, advise on governance and policy matters, and mentor junior associates.Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:Commercial Contract SupportIndependently draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements (e.G., vendor agreements, master service agreements & SOWs, product agreements, NDAs, licensing agreements, IT service and support agreements, and marketing agreements).Provide guidance on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and negotiation strategySupport product, marketing, and procurement teams in structuring commercial transactions with vendors and service providersLead project teams and advise on legal and regulatory requirements related theretoMarketing and Real Estate SupportProvide guidance on a variety of legal areas including assisting on matters involving Intellectual Property and Real Estate lawSupport lease negotiations and construction projects related to existing retail network and future developmentsSupport marketing led initiatives and events – including the review of trademark usage, promotional materials, and licensing agreementsCorporate & GovernanceReview of board materials, corporate records, and minute booksEnsure ongoing corporate compliance with statutory and regulatory requirementsAdvise on Corporate Governance matters and assist in the refinement or enhancement of overall Corporate GovernanceCorporate policy development and refinementSupport Finance on matters such as contract audits, insurance questions, and corporate filingsRegulatory & ComplianceMonitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the business and advise on required actionsSupport compliance programs, including privacy, data security, anti-bribery, competition law, and workplace policiesConduct internal training on legal and compliance topics as neededIdentify legal risks and provide pragmatic solutions that balance risk mitigation with business objectivesSupport internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries where appropriateSupport privacy related matters, breaches, and investigations – working directly with the Chief Privacy OfficerManage litigation matters, working with external counsel as neededCross-Functional Legal SupportWork closely with HR on employment-related matters (e.G., employment agreements, policy updates, workplace investigations).Support Finance on matters such as contract audits, insurance questions, and corporate filingsProvide legal consultation on strategic projects and organizational change initiativesThe ideal candidate:Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from an accredited law schoolMember in good standing with the Ontario barA minimum of 8 years of post-call experience ideally gained at a large national law firm or comparable in-house setting, or ideally a combination of bothStrong background in corporate and commercial law, contract review and negotiation, corporate governance, intellectual property, employment, real estate, and experience dealing with privacy matters is an assetDemonstrated leadership and influencing skills at all levels of the organizationExcellent interpersonal skills;
a team player who is able to act as both a leader and an individual contributor as requiredConfident and effective communication (written & verbal)Highly service-oriented with exceptional organizational and follow up skillsPassionate about fashion and luxury retailProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email View email address on ca.hrm.tc and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.Final compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate's unique skills, expertise, individual qualifications, and assessed contributions to the role following the completion of the interview process. The range stated is the starting range for this position. Offers may vary with experience, qualifications, performance, and local market conditions. We strive to offer competitive compensation that aligns with a candidate's contributions to our team, along with a comprehensive benefits package, enticing perks, pension matching, incentives, and our coveted employee discount.
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