Job Title AssistantVice President, Advertising Counsel
Division: CorporateLegal
Location: New York, New York
Reports To: Vice President & Associate GeneralCounsel
Who We Are:
For more than a century, L’Oréalhas devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to onebusiness: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the worldthe best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity andresponsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinitediversity.
The L’Oréal USA Legal Team is at the center of L’Oréal’smission to create the beauty that moves the world. We are strategic partners to allareas of the business, protecting our brands, our people, and our company whileensuring we are in full compliance with the law and meeting our high ethicalstandards. Legal is a globallyconnected and collaborative community that provides advice, adds value andshares knowledge across all of L’Oréal. Come join our dynamic team!
What You Will Do:
L’Oréal USA is seeking an attorney to join the in-houselegal department in its New York City offices and focus on advertising andmarketing issues. This attorney must exemplify strong problem solving andmanagerial skills and sensitivity as a key member of a multi-cultural,fast-paced, global workforce. The potential to take on additionalleadership roles exists, assuming the attorney demonstrates legal acumen andsolid judgment with exemplary respect and integrity toward others. Theyare also responsible for providing legal support for the entire USAorganization including all L’Oréal USA Divisions and brands.
- Provide high level of advertising and marketing law advice taking a solutions-oriented, pragmatic and creative approach while collaborating with cross-functional partners in R&D, Regulatory and Marketing.
- Evaluate claims, claim support strategies, campaigns and programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, guidelines and regulations. Identify legal and reputational risks in proposed advertising, escalating concerns as needed. Counsel business in practical terms on risk mitigation strategies, proposing creative solutions.
- Manage review, drafting and negotiation of marketing-related contracts.
- Work with and provide legal counseling to Marketing and other cross-functional partners to support social and digital media activities, including issues relating to influencer marketing and compliance with all FTC, state and other relevant advertising regulations and guidelines.
- Manage inquiries and challenges from state and federal agencies, as well as competitors regarding product claims and advertising.
- Collaborate with litigation team to defend demand letters and lawsuits related to product claims and advertising.
- Draft or revise policy and legal documentation related to functional area
- Manage and train staff of specialized professionals and support staff
- Present to senior management as needed
What We Are Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
• J.Ddegree from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
• Memberis in good standing with the New York or other state bar.
• Minimumof 4-7 years legal experience in advertising, marketing and business law withadditional experience in sustainability issues, intellectual property, contractnegotiation and data privacy a plus. Potentialopportunity to develop over time into other areas of law depending on the candidate’sbackground and goals, as well as L’Oréal’s needs.
• Abilityto recognize when to elevate certain matters to the attention of SeniorManagement.
• Otherareas of demonstrated legal expertise would be a plus
• Establishand maintain relationships, credibility and trust with clients, stakeholders,legal team members, and other colleagues.
• Corporatein-house experience is preferred, though not required if applicant has strongcounseling experience.
• Willingto travel periodically to locations within the United States.
• Highlevel of organization, attention to detail, positive attitude and team player.
• Willingnessand motivation to develop new skill sets or practices led by others on thelegal team.
What’s In It For You:
- Salary Range:$145,000 – $210,000 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety ofjob-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience,education, and skill level)
- Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs
Don’t meet every single requirement? At L’Oréal,we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. Ifyou’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectlywith the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you toapply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
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