Legal Counsel
Paris, FR
Legal Counsel
Maison Margiela is a Paris-based fashion house founded in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela. Celebrating unconventional aesthetics and embracing the philosophy that fashion is an art of expression rather than a cult of personality, Maison Margiela offers haute couture, ready-to-wear for women and men, contemporary line MM6, footwear, interior design, and accessories, including leather goods, fine jewelry and fragrance.
John Galliano was named Creative Director of the house in 2014, bringing his sense of spectacle and creative mastery to the unique ethos of Maison Margiela. Whilst developing his own vision for the house, John Galliano has entirely respected the Martin Margiela state of mind, creating a fascinating organic process.
In 2002, the French house became part of OTB. Along with sister brands of the group, Maison Margiela continues pushing the boundaries of modern fashion while preserving its distinctive identity and heritage.
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Reporting to the Deputy Head of Legal & Corporate Affairs, in our Headquarter located in Paris, the role’s key responsibilities, are the following:
· Provide day-to-day legal support to various internal departments (including, but not limited to, Wholesale, Retail, and Digital).
· Draft, negotiate, finalize, and oversee the follow-up of a wide range of national and international contracts (including, but not limited to, agency, distribution, franchising, concession, supply, general terms of sales, e-commerce, consulting, and real estate), in French, English or Italian, with the aim of safeguarding the interests of Group companies.
· Develop and maintain contract templates, internal procedures, and tools to streamline contract management and follow up; prepare guidelines, legal memo and legal advice in line with the Group compliance policies and applicable laws;.
· Liaise with external counsels and contribute to internal legal training and policy development.
· Advise internal teams on legal risks and business implications of commercial initiatives across international markets.
· Ensure compliance with commercial and real estate regulations.
· Coordinate legal activities with the parent company OTB S.p.A. and other Group entities, including intercompany agreements, framework agreements, privacy and compliance.
· Experience in real estate and lease agreements is highly preferred, particularly in the context of retail expansion, flagship boutiques, and showroom operations.
Skills & Experiences required:
· Master 2 Degree in Commercial Law with a strong academic foundation in corporate affairs, international law, distribution, competition laws, and consumer laws).
· Minimum 4 - 7 years of progressive legal experience within top-tier international law firms and/or in-house legal departments of global luxury or fashion groups.
· Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters independently, including cross-border commercial agreements, strategic partnerships, and retail lease negotiations.
· Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken, with excellent command of legal terminology in both languages; working proficiency in Italian is required.
· Advanced proficiency in digital tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe);
· Strong analytical mindset and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to legal risk and business alignment.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
· Proven organizational capabilities, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure in a fast-paced, international environment
· High standards of professional integrity, discretion, and attention to detail.
· Flexible and dynamic, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
· A genuine interest in the luxury sector, with sensitivity to brand identity, creative processes, and commercial strategy.
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Paris, FR