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Director, Associate General Counsel

3 months ago


San Francisco, California, United States a.k.a. Brands Full time

We are a lean, nimble, and highly adaptive team that works seamlessly and transparently with our Brands in order for them to take the spotlight. We focus our efforts and talents to drive best practices, capture new opportunities, and accelerate performance across our portfolio of brands. Joining the a.k.a. Brands team means rolling up your sleeves, digging into challenges, creating and implementing new strategies, and not being limited to the confines of a job title or job description. We all play on the same team and value the insights and contributions that every member of our team makes daily.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer & Head of People, the Director, Associate General Counsel will play a critical role in providing legal guidance and support across various aspects of the business, including commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance. This position requires a proactive legal professional with strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a deep understanding of the retail and e-commerce landscape.

*The incumbent for this role must reside in California. We have offices located in SF/LA.

What you'll do:

Contract Management:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, licensing agreements, distribution agreements, and service contracts.
  • Manage contract lifecycle from initiation to execution, ensuring that all contractual obligations are met.

Intellectual Property:

  • Oversee the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and copyrights.
  • Develop strategies to protect and enforce the company's intellectual property rights.

Corporate Governance:

  • Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and maintaining corporate records.
  • Support mergers and acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions.

Employment Law:

  • Advise on employment-related matters, including hiring practices, employee relations, benefits, and terminations.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and manage employment disputes.

Dispute Resolution:

  • Manage and resolve legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
  • Coordinate with outside counsel as necessary.

Legal Advisory and Compliance:

  • Provide strategic legal advice to the executive team and various departments.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including consumer protection, advertising, privacy, and employment laws.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.

What you'll bring:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the state bar in California.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial law, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience in the retail, fashion, or e-commerce industry is highly desirable.
  • Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Benefits of Working at a.k.a. Brands:

Working with a best-in-class company, requires a best-in-class benefits and compensation offering. When taking on a role at a.k.a. Brands you will receive:

> Competitive market-based compensation and financial incentives.

> A full range of company-sponsored health and welfare benefits

> A sector leading 401(k) retirement program that matches 100% of your contributions up 5% of your pay

> Company Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount

> Generous discounts across our direct-to-consumer brands.

> A time-off package that includes 35-days off per year

> Learning, development, and stretch opportunities to help grow your career.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

a.k.a. Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace. To facilitate this, we actively promote a culture of inclusivity internally and encourage both those with non-traditional backgrounds and candidates that identity as part of a traditionally marginalized community to apply for opportunities with us and our portfolio of brands. Additionally, we routinely review our hiring practices and recruiting sources to eliminate both potential and actual bias in the hiring process.

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