Senior Counsel, Business Affairs

Meet REVOLVE: 

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand, and a go-to online source for discovery and inspiration, we deliver an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering totaling over 45,000 apparel, footwear, accessories and beauty styles. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of consumers, thousands of global fashion influencers, and more than 500 emerging, established and owned brands. Through 20 years of continued investment in technology, data analytics, and innovative marketing and merchandising strategies, we have built a powerful platform and brand that we believe is connecting with the next generation of consumers and is redefining fashion retail for the 21st century. For more information please visit www.revolve.com.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE the leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion.  With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level.  It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. 

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.  

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the Senior Counsel, Business Affairs role:

This is a full-time role for a candidate who will be a critical member of the legal team. You will interface with business partners across the organization and help elevate the legal team’s strategic partnership with the business, playing an important role in bringing the Revolve brand to life. You will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of legal matters, negotiating and drafting contracts, and advising on business strategies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This position requires a strong background in marketing (including influencers, music, creative and claims), contract negotiation, commercial law and deep knowledge of the retail, apparel, fashion and consumer industries.

Major Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

•    Partnering with the legal team to build Revolve’s legal infrastructure and implement legal strategy.

•    Providing creative and practical legal and commercial advice and counsel to business partners on a wide array of business and contractual issues, including commercial contracts, licensing, advertising, marketing and regulatory compliance, while coordinating with other Legal team members and stakeholders as necessary, building trusted advisor relationships and collaborating effectively across all levels of the organization.

•    Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, such as marketing contracts, vendor contracts, supplier agreements and licensing agreements, ensuring they align with the company’s interests and comply with applicable laws.

•    Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards in retail, apparel, fashion and consumer. Staying up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations and providing guidance to stakeholders on compliance matters.

•    Developing strategy and process and reviewing advertising and marketing materials and practices for intellectual property concerns and other compliance issues.

•    Identifying potential legal risks and proposing risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the company’s interests. Advising leadership on legal implications of business decisions and providing proactive guidance to minimize legal exposure.

•    Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to provide legal support and guidance in developing and executing business strategies, including new market entry, product launches, and partnerships.

•    Providing sound dispute and risk management and, post-escalation, active oversight and management of litigation, if applicable

•    Creating and implementing tools and training for smooth processes, efficiency, consistency, learning and empowerment.

•    Staying on top of, and advising on, legal and market d