Senior Counsel, Compliance (Trade, ESG, Product) - Capri Holdings Limited : Job Details

Who you are:

You are a seasoned, insightful and pragmatic legal professional with deep expertise in regulatory and policy compliance with a focus on global trade and customs, ESG regulations, anti-bribery and ethics and consumer product safety. Known for your sharp intellect and pragmatic approach, you excel at navigating emerging, complex legal matters with practical solutions. You thrive in dynamic environments where you can collaborate, advise and drive efficient outcomes.

What You'll Do:

• Provide day-to-day pragmatic legal counseling on global trade, ESG, anti-bribery and product regulations, amongst others, in support of the company's overall compliance and risk management strategies
• Advise on compliance best practices through close collaboration with the company's supply chain, logistics, sourcing, production, CSR, design, retail and risk management teams
• Proactively monitor, stay informed of and provide updates on evolving regulations, including those around human rights, sanctions, waste management, product sustainability and chemical management
• Identify, communicate and escalate risks material to the business
• Oversee the company's supplier code of conduct and related human rights policies and programming, including the company's supply chain compliance audit and assessment program
• Manage and enhance the company's product supply chain traceability program in support of its ESG goals and to identify sourcing risks
• Ensure a risk-based, consistent approach to compliance disclosures, including those related to human rights and within the company's CSR reporting
• Continuously develop, maintain and enhance the company's due diligence policies and practices related to trade, ESG, anti-bribery and product compliance
• Partner with outside counsel, as needed, with an eye toward driving business goals and providing counseling, while effectively managing time and cost
• Review, edit and negotiate third-party agreements
• Assist with other legal matters as required

You'll Need to Have:

• J.D. from accredited law school and member in good standing of at least one bar
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience working as a compliance/commercial lawyer; combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred (experience in the retail/consumer goods industry is a plus but not essential)
• Strong knowledge of the key regulations impacting consumer products, retailers and the fashion industry and a good understanding of the evolving global ESG regulatory landscape
• Proven ability to think strategically, work collaboratively and lead complex cross-functional projects from concept to completion
• Eagerness to continue learning

We'd Love to See:

• Ability to analyze complex matters and propose creative and practical solutions, even in ambiguous situations
• Ability to operate in fast-paced environment with a very high level of autonomy
• Demonstrated success in building and enhancing corporate compliance programs and driving change management
• Experience and familiarity with adoption and implementation of compliance systems, tools and technology solutions
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs and time pressures
• Team player

Capri Perks:

• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

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