AVP Legal | Retail | 15 - 20 PQE | Mumbai

About Our Client

The employer is a large organization within the retail and fashion/apparel industry, known for its expansive presence and commitment to excellence. It operates in a fast-paced and competitive environment, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path for professionals in the legal domain.

• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on complex legal matters
• Drive legal governance, policies, and risk mitigation frameworks
• Present quarterly legal updates and risks to the Board2. Contracts Management
• Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle (~850+ contracts annually)
• Oversee drafting, negotiation, review, and execution of high-value agreements
• Standardize contract templates and improve contracting processes
• Act as escalation point for critical contractual issues
• Manage external counsel for specialized matters3. Compliance Oversight
• Lead compliance across ~20 factories/offices/warehouses and ~1100 retail stores PAN India
• Monitor and mitigate non-compliances proactively
• Drive implementation of compliance frameworks and regulatory changes
• Collaborate with business teams to ensure 90-100% compliance adherence4. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
• Lead legal aspects of acquisitions, restructuring, and funding activities
• Oversee legal due diligence, documentation, and negotiations
• Advise on deal structuring and risk mitigation
• Coordinate with external law firms and internal stakeholders5. Stakeholder & Team Management
• Act as a point of contact for legal across multiple brands and functions
• Collaborate with CXOs, founders, and cross-functional teams
• Mentor and lead a team of ~7 legal professionals
• Ensure strong alignment between legal and business priorities6. Training & Knowledge Management
• Identify legal training needs and conduct learning sessions
• Drive legal awareness across business functions
• * Develop knowledge resources and updates for stakeholders

The Successful Applicant

A successful AVP Legal should have:

• A degree in law from a recognized institution.
• Extensive knowledge of legal frameworks and regulations within the retail and fashion/apparel industry.
• Strong expertise in contract management, compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Experience in handling mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions

1. 20 years of post-qualification experience in corporate legal roles

• * Strong expertise in contracts, compliance, and M&A
• * Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams
• * Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-business environment

• Opportunity to work in a leading organization within the retail and fashion/apparel industry.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth and development.

If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role as AVP Legal, apply now to join an industry leader and make a significant impact.