Legal Counsel

Job Description

As a Legal Counsel, you provide end-to- end legal support for both digital and physical store expansion and portfolio of H&M Group brands in Korea. Be a reliable business partner by providing legal and regulatory guidance, including but not limited to labor law, employment matters, health and safety, and data privacy, ensuring that it is in line with local laws and company guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, draft and negotiate lease/tenancy agreements for H&M Group stores including legal documents related to construction and facilities from a pro-business perspective with minimal risk exposure to H&M.
• Proactively advise on legal issues/disputes related to expansion and/or consolidation and draft responses and letters in relation to contentious matters.
• Provide support on marketplace and partnership opportunities for online/digital projects.
• Assist the Regional Head of Legal & PA to provide overall legal support for projects, disputes, and strategic initiatives. Liaise with and support external counsel engagements in relation to dispute resolution.
• Assist in research and analysis on legal issues with cross-border element in business/ consumer laws and other laws relevant for the industry.

Qualifications

To be successful as a Legal Counsel, you have experience in an in-house legal function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ideally in a consumer business with digital and/or leasing experience. A self-starter who can work with minimum guidance and demonstrate a pro-active, positive attitude to their work with detail-oriented approach. Demonstrate a strong work ethic and a high energy level with ability to thrive in a busy, commercially oriented, and hands-on environment, working as a team

What you need to succeed:

• Ability to speak fluently in Korean language and English Business Level is a must; confidence to communicate well to a range of audiences about the business and legal priorities in a multi-cultural and multi-level environment.
• Experience with an international law firm or a multi-national corporation is highly preferred
• Experience with retail environment and leasing would be a plus.
• 5 to 8 years of law firm and in-house legal experience in Korea; called to the Bar in Korea
• Grasp key drivers of the business and industry and quickly become immersed in the business and legal issues facing the company

Additional Information

This is a full-time position, reporting into the Head of Safety & Compliance (KR) with a dotted reporting to Regional Head of Legal & Public Affairs (EAS),

This position is based in Korea. Only applicants who have the right to work in Korea will be considered

Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through career page.

Benefits​
We offer all our employees at H&M Group attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.​
In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries.​

Inclusion & Diversity​
H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.
We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases. ​

Company Description​
H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M at www.hmgroup.com​