lululemon

Senior Legal Counsel, China Mainland

Who we are

lululemonys purpose - to elevate human potential by helping people feel the best - is as dynamic as the companys history and current momentum.

Founded in Vancouver in 1998 with the intent of bringing technical athletic fabrics to yoga, lululemon^ first office was a product design studio by day turned yoga studio at night. What was then a very practical solution to paying the rent has ultimately come to define what differentiates lululemon. While lululemon is credited with creating the athleisure wear category, what has made the company wildly successful has been its steadfast focus on empowering its stores to become community hubs for lululemon^ guests to live the Sweat life together, as well participate in lululemon sweaty activities.

About this team

We are self-described "legal outliers." Our vision is to inspire and educate, provide value from beginning to end and create an environment where work enriches life, and life enriches work. We believe in “the sweat life" - sweat, relationships and personal development - and we live it every day.

A day in the life:

Based in Shanghai, and reporting to Legal Director, China Mainland, you will be leading a small team which primarily responsible for all legal matters supporting e-commerce operation, data security initiatives, digitalization efforts and supply chain management. Your work scope includes:

•       Provide legal guidance on e-commerce operations, including market places' and own channels' T&C, privacy notices, and compliance with consumer protection laws.

•       Assist in the negotiation and drafting of contracts with third party platforms, operation service providers, payment processors, and logistics providers.

•       Ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations relating to customer data and e-commerce transactions.

•       Develop and implement data security policies and procedures to protect sensitive information.

•       Conduct risk assessments and provide legal advice on data breaches and incident response.

•       Support the companys digital transformation strategy by advising on legal implications of new technologies, platforms, and tools.

•       Review and negotiate software licensing agreements, technology partnerships, and digital service contracts.

•       Collaborate with tech and cybersecurity teams to ensure legal compliance in technology implementations.

•       Provide legal support for supply chain operations, including procurement contracts, vendor agreements and logistics arrangements.

•       Advise on compliance with international trade laws, import/export regulations, and product liability issues.

•       Assist in resolving disputes with suppliers and logistics providers.

•       Design and conduct training to employees on legal compliance matters related to e-commerce, data security, and supply chain.

•       Develop and update company policies and legal review processes related to data and privacy protection.

•       Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations and advise on necessary adaptations.

•       Other ad hoc work assigned from time to time.

Qualifications：

•       Bachelor's degree or above in law from an accredited law school.

•       Qualified PRC lawyer.

At least 12 years PQE with relevant experience gained in a reputable law firm or in-house environment, preferably within the retail or e-commerce industry.

Must haves:

•       Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin, both written and oral.

•       Excellent knowledge of e-commerce business related laws and regulations.

•       Strong background in commercial law, data protection regulations, and the legal aspects of digital transformation in the retail sector.

•       With strong business acumen, good interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels, and be a good team player.

•       Strong analytical skills, detailed-minded and ability to work independently.

•       Willing to take challenge.

•       Work ethics and integrity.

•       Strong collaborative, teaming and interpersonal skills, and behaviors are necessary to work with all levels of the business. At the same time, must be a self-starter who shows initiative.

•       The ability to synthesize and summarize appropriations issues and implications for management are required.

•       A seasoned professional who can resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

•       Strategic planning skills.

•       Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.

•       Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.

•       Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.

•       Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.

•       Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.

•       Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

NOTE： Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest lulu lemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lulu lemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.