Corporate Counsel (Tommy Bahama, Lilly Pulitzer, Southern Tide)
With more than 80 years of experience, Oxford has built a house of emotionally resonant lifestyle brands that can stand the test of time and trends. We are the parent company behind the most beloved lifestyle brands in the U.S. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Oxford is not just an owner. We’re stewards, growing great businesses, while staying true to what makes them special.We offer competitive benefits packages which may include generous vacation policy, health and wellness coverage, 401k with company match, discounted stock purchasing, options for education reimbursement, and amazing product discounts! We value work-life balance and offer a flexible corporate office environment.About The RoleOxford Industries, Inc. (OXM) is a leading apparel design, marketing and retailing company whose brands include Tommy Bahama, Lilly Pulitzer, Johnny Was, Southern Tide, The Beaufort Bonnet Company, Duck Head and Jack Rogers. We are seeking a smart, energetic, business-minded attorney who would thrive as a legal “generalist” in a small legal department and fast-paced business environment. While this role encompasses broad legal support across the organization, there will be particular emphasis on commercial contracting, technology, marketing, and privacy compliance that are essential to our business operations. This role would interact directly with the Company’s business clients on a routine basis.This position is hybrid and will work in our Atlanta office 60% of the week.Drafting, reviewing, analyzing and negotiating a variety of contracts, with a particular emphasis on information technology and marketing related agreements, but also including agreements relating to our brands’ wholesale relationships, general services, consulting, and IP licensingAdvising on consumer privacy compliance matters, including implementation of privacy policies, data collection and processing practices, conducting privacy impact assessments, vendor data sharing arrangements, and compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulationsSupporting our brands in marketing compliance, including reviewing marketing collateral, negotiating agreements with promotional partners and advising on marketing initiatives and promotionsAdvising on leasing matters with respect to our portfolio of retail store and food and beverage locations, including drafting, reviewing, analyzing and negotiating new and renewal leases, amendments, estoppels, consents and SNDAsAssisting with managing pending and open litigation matters and other claims internally and with the assistance of outside counselProviding advice on all types of legal matters and developing knowledge/expertise in new areas of the law as necessary to support our businessesCollaborating with legal team on a variety of brand and corporate legal issuesProviding legal support for our brands in a generalist capacity, handling a wide variety of legal and compliance mattersDeveloping a strong knowledge of our business operations and productsQualifications, Skills And Other AttributesJ.D. from top law school with strong academic credentials4+ years' experience (law firm experience required; in-house experience a plus but not a prerequisite)An attorney with strong transactional experience may be a good fit. Experience in one or more of the following practice areas would be a plus:General commercial contractsPrivacy complianceEcommerce/technology/digital with an emphasis on marketing technologyRetailing/consumer lawIntellectual property (trademarks, copyrights and/or licensing)Real estate/leasingLitigation and dispute resolutionMergers and AcquisitionsStrong oral and written communication skillsHighly analytical; excellent problem-solving skillsDetail oriented, able to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressureGood commercial judgmentSuperb interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees and managementThe ability to work both independently and as part of a teamMaturity, initiative, energy, adaptability, and a strong desire to learn the businessWhat happens next?If you are interested in this opportunity please apply! You will receive an email confirming we received your application. We will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or information at any time by accessing your candidate profile.This Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or contact us at 1-888-725-1899.U.S. EEOC: Know Your Rights Oxford Industries participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. 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