Legal Counsel

Milano
Tempo indeterminato
Full time

6 giorni fa

Descrizione del lavoroPurposeYou will act as the local legal business partner for Italy, supporting its rapid growth in a sustainable way. In this role, you will be responsible for mitigating legal and compliance risks and ensuring full adherence to local laws and regulations.Your focus will be on real estate (retail expansion), corporate governance, and a broad range of commercial contracts. As a member of the extended leadership team, you will play a key role in enabling the company's strategic ambitions in Italy.Business ImpactYou will proactively influence organizational and operational decisions in Italy. By managing key legal risks, you will directly support the company's ambition to expand its presence and strengthen its brand in the Italian market.You will act as a trusted advisor, helping business leaders make informed and effective decisions on legal matters.InteractionYou will report to the Executive Director Legal & Compliance at the Central Head Office, with a dotted line to the Managing Director Italy.You will work closely with:

Local management teams in Italy
Legal colleagues at headquarters

Key ResponsibilitiesReal Estate & Retail Expansion (Primary Focus)

Lead legal support for retail expansion in Italy
Independently draft, review, and negotiate lease agreements for new and existing store locations

Corporate Governance

Manage corporate secretarial and governance matters
Support the establishment of new branches and store entities
Act as custodian of the company seal and oversee its proper use and related procedures

Commercial Contracts

Draft, review, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including marketing, partnerships, e-commerce, IT, and distribution contracts

Retail & Brand Compliance

Ensure that brand roll-out in Italy complies with all local regulations (e.g., marketing, data privacy, retail operations)
Monitor legal developments and translate regulatory changes into practical business actions

General Legal & Strategic Advisory

Act as a key legal business partner to the extended leadership team

Qualifiche

5-8 years of experience as an in-house lawyer or in a reputable law firm
Strong expertise in Italian law, particularly in:

commercial lease agreements
corporate governance
commercial contracting
Experience in international retail or FMCG is a strong plus
An LL.M. from a reputable European or US university is a plus
Experience in project management, stakeholder management, and legal compliance
Basic knowledge of data privacy and e-commerce/platform regulations in Italy
Tech-savvy mindset is a plus
Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken)

.Ulteriori informazioniSkills & Competencies

Proactive, entrepreneurial, and hands-on approach
Strong ability to simplify complex legal matters and provide solution-oriented advice
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

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