Associate Legal Counsel, Retail Operations

Abercrombie and Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Abercrombie & Fitch Legal-Retail Operations Team supports the Company worldwide in a variety of business-driving and rapidly-evolving areas of the law including omni-channel retail, marketing and advertising, consumer protection, product regulatory compliance, sustainability, and pricing and promotions. The Associate Legal Counsel will report to and support the Senior Legal Counsel in all the above areas of the law. They will work closely with other members of the global Legal and Compliance teams, outside counsel, and business partners throughout the Company, including members of the Marketing, Planning, Regulatory, Sustainability, Asset Protection, and Stores teams. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio

Requirements

JD degree and current license to practice law in the U.S. (eligible to obtain license in Ohio)
A minimum of 4+ years of relevant legal work experience
Excellent presentation and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Relationship builder and team player who thrives in a highly collaborative environment
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others, including cross-functional teams
An eagerness to take on novel issues and ability to manage a high volume of demands in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Problem-solver with outstanding analytical skills and a strong desire to find creative legal solutions

Nice To Haves

In-house counsel experience at a retail company is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Research and provide practical guidance on marketing and advertising, consumer protection, product safety/compliance and sustainability statutes, regulations and pending legislation around the world
Assist in partnering with the Marketing team on various customer initiatives and brand partnerships, including product claims, contests and sweepstakes, charity events and campaigns, social media influencers, etc.
Assist in advising the Planning and Marketing teams on global pricing and promotions issues, including conducting training on these topics.
Support compliance with various consumer protection matters, including gift card terms and return policy language.
Support the Customer Service and the Returns, Fraud and Abuse team in addressing general customer concerns and complaints
Assist in supporting the Regulatory and Quality Assurance teams with matters related to general product compliance, including child safety, labeling requirements and customer complaints; and
Assist in supporting Company sustainability initiatives and advise on global environmental and social sustainability regulations.

Benefits

Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile Stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!