Corporate Counsel, Employment

Our Story
We make modern classics with character. We believe in true timelessness, the integrity of well-made clothes, and since our inception, great quality at a great price. That's in our DNA.
But, we know it's not only about the clothes-it's about the feeling it gives the people who wear them, whether they're confidently giving a presentation in a well-tailored suit; basking in long salty beach days in vibrant, colorful sun-soaked swimsuits, or joyfully re-discovering their favorite Rollneck sweater in their closet again and again, season after season.
And ultimately, it's about helping our customers be the best, most authentic versions of themselves.
And that's what we're after, to inspire people's lives and style.
Whether you're a customer or a part of our crew, we put people first. We're proud to have been recognized as an industry leader in:

• America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (Newsweek, 2023)
• America's Greatest Workplaces for Women (Newsweek, 2023)
• Best Employers for Diversity (Forbes, 2022)
• Best Employers for New Grads (Forbes, 2022)
• Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality (The Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 2022)

Role and Purpose:
Employment Corporate Counsel, will be an integral member of the J. Crew legal team. The position will report to the Associate General Counsel and will work closely with our Human Resources teams to advise on a wide range of fast-moving employment issues.

• Provide proactive and practical day-to-day advice to the HR team and other internal business partners on a broad range of employment issues, including recruiting, hiring, termination, wage and hour, best practices, performance management, discrimination, accommodations, leave, retaliation, employment health and safety, and other labor and employment related matters, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor employment law developments and best practices; draft and maintain employment policies; partner with HR to provide necessary training and to ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws.
• Assist as needed on employment litigation, agency matters, and health and safety initiatives.
• Partner with other members of the legal team and other stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and execute improvements.
• Assist, as needed, with labor and employment matters affecting stores, distribution center and corporate locations, including litigation and advisory support.
• Effectively and efficiently work with other in-house subject matter experts and outside legal counsel, as necessary, partnering with HR and business leaders to achieve business goals while complying with applicable law and supporting J. Crew culture.
• Support the existing J. Crew Legal team needs as well as new or special projects consistent with the evolving needs of the business.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school. Admitted and member in good standing with one or more U.S. jurisdiction bar (New York or California preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant legal experience, with in-house law department and/or law firm experience. Recent experience with retail employment and labor law is preferred.
• This role is hybrid and will be expected to be onsite
• Excellent judgment and the highest level of personal integrity.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws, including discrimination and employee leave matters, under federal, state, and local laws; experience with labor, workers compensation, occupational health and safety, and/or immigration laws a plus.
• Legal analysis, reasoning, and writing, including the ability to quickly integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions in compressed timeframes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Deadline driven, able to remain highly organized while balancing multiple projects and working effectively under pressure.
• Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills; high attention to detail
• Creative problem solver who is able to deliver clear, strategic advice to clients in a timely manner.
• Self-starter who is resourceful and able to work effectively both independently as well as with teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; team player who is flexible and adaptable.

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Flex Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Salary Range: $136,000.00 - $170,000.00
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.