Senior Legal Counsel

Vestiaire Collective is the leading global online marketplace for desirable pre-loved fashion. Our mission is to transform the fashion industry for a more sustainable future by empowering our community to promote the circular fashion movement. Vestiaire was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Paris with offices in London, Berlin, New York, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh and warehouses in Tourcoing (France), Crawley (UK), Hong Kong and New York.

We currently have a diverse global team of 600 employees representing more than 50 nationalities. Our values are Activism, Transparency, Dedication and Greatness and Collective.

We are looking for a capable and energetic counsel to join the legal department in our headquarters in Paris. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will play a key role in strengthening Vestiaire Collective's legal team and supporting the group's global growth strategy.

You will work on a diverse and challenging range of general commercial and marketplace regulatory matters, and be responsible for managing external law firms and other service providers.

You should be someone who seeks responsibility and autonomy in your role, who is inquisitive, enthusiastic about e-commerce, digital marketplaces, technology and sustainability, and enjoy being challenged intellectually.

In return you will be offered excellent opportunities to grow your experience in multiple areas of law.

The role is based in our Paris headquarters and some international travel may be required.

• Negotiating and drafting contracts relating to our e-commerce and marketplace activities – covering software/technology/AI, payments, transport and warehouse operations
• Advising on e-commerce and marketplace regulations (including DSA, P2B, PSD2, GPRS, NIS2, EU AI Act and Customs)
• Managing legal topics relating to general business and commercial matters
• Where needed, manage and communicate with external law firms and other service providers

• University Degree and legal qualifications
• 6 to 8 years post qualification experience (In-House or Law Firm)
• Strong ability to operate autonomously
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a start-up type environment, managing internal and external stakeholders
• Fluent in French and English (written and oral)International exposure
• Ability to be practical and business-minded with an ability to present to internal stakeholders with real-world, pragmatic advice
• Excellent legal and commercial awareness, drafting and negotiating skillsAbility to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment

• Preferred: E-commerce, Marketplace, Luxury goods or technology industry background or exposure

What we offer

A meaningful job with an impact on the way people consume fashion and promote sustainability

The opportunity to do career-defining work in a fast-growing French-born scale up

The possibility to work as part of a globally diverse team with more than 50 nationalities 

Two days to help Project - reinforcing your activist journey and volunteer for an association

Significant investment in your learning and growth

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Research indicates that people from underrepresented backgrounds—including women, people with disabilities, and other marginalized communities—often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every single requirement.

At Vestiaire Collective, we believe that talent comes in many forms, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Your unique perspective could be exactly what our team needs, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box.

Vestiaire Collective is an equal opportunities employer  

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