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Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace
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Summary

Location

Paris

Type

full-time

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About this role

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.

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What you will do 👜
  • 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


Who you are ⭐
  • 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


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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 backgroundsincluding women, people with disabilities, and other marginalized communitiesoften 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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Vestiaire Collective only contacts candidates via official emails ending in @vestiairecollective.com or [email protected] . We never use WhatsApp, Telegram, or similar apps for job offers, nor will we ever request payments or banking details.

If you receive a suspicious message, please report it to [email protected]

Other facts

Tech stack
E-commerce,Marketplace,Legal Qualifications,Negotiating,Drafting Contracts,Advising,Managing External Law Firms,Interpersonal Skills,Business-minded,Legal Awareness,Commercial Awareness,Fluent In French,Fluent In English,Technology,Sustainability,Autonomy

About Vestiaire Collective

We are the leading global platform for pre-loved luxury fashion.

Our mission is to transform the fashion industry for a more sustainable future by empowering our community to shop more consciously.

Guided by our philosophy “Think First, Buy Second,” we offer a trusted space for our members to extend the life of their most-loved fashion pieces.
Our platform is unique thanks to a rare inventory of 5 million items, with over 30,000 new pieces added daily.

Our global team of 600 employees represents more than 50 nationalities, united by our core values of community, activism, transparency, dedication, and greatness.

Vestiaire Collective was founded in 2009 and operates in 70 countries. The company is headquartered in Paris, with offices in New York, London, Berlin, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Lisbon, and four authentication centers in France, the UK, the US, and Hong Kong.

To learn more, download our app, visit vestiairecollective.com, and follow @vestiaireco on Instagram.

Team size: 501-1,000 employees
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Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion

What you'll do

  • You will negotiate and draft contracts related to e-commerce and marketplace activities and advise on relevant regulations. Additionally, you will manage legal topics related to general business and commercial matters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace do at Vestiaire Collective?

As a Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace at Vestiaire Collective, you will: you will negotiate and draft contracts related to e-commerce and marketplace activities and advise on relevant regulations. Additionally, you will manage legal topics related to general business and commercial matters..

Why join Vestiaire Collective as a Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace?

Vestiaire Collective is a leading Retail Apparel and Fashion company.

Is the Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace position at Vestiaire Collective remote?

The Senior Legal Counsel - E-commerce/Marketplace position at Vestiaire Collective is based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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