Senior Legal Executive | Fashion Retail

Draft legal correspondence, notices, legal opinions and powers of attorney for assigned matters.

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, including franchise and master franchise agreements, leases, marketing, procurement, service and other assigned agreements; advise on performance, amendments, renewal and termination to protect the Company's interests and address legal risks. For franchise matters, assess territorial exclusivity, royalties and fees, brand standards and intellectual property rights.
• Negotiate legal terms of lease agreements with landlords and coordinate with relevant departments on commercial terms, subject to internal approvals and delegated authority.
• Handle assigned corporate registration, licensing and legal filings; liaise with competent authorities and coordinate with relevant departments on supporting documents and deadlines.
• Manage contracts, corporate records, licences, authorisations and legal correspondence; track key dates and maintain complete, secure records in accordance with internal approval and filing procedures.
• Provide practical legal advice on retail operations, promotions, advertising, e-commerce, consumer protection, personal data protection and intellectual property within the assigned portfolio.
• Handle assigned disputes and claims; prepare evidence, assess legal options and coordinate with external counsel, reporting material risks and proposed actions to the Legal Manager.
• Monitor relevant legal developments, assess their business impact and update contract templates, internal guidance and training materials; maintain confidentiality of legal and business information.
• Independently manage assigned matters, prioritise deadlines, provide reasoned recommendations and escalate significant risks or matters beyond delegated authority to the Legal Manager; guide junior colleagues as assigned.
• Perform other legal duties assigned by the Legal Manager or BOD, with priorities and reporting coordinated through the Legal Manager.

• Bachelor's degree in Law.
• At least 5 years of relevant legal experience, with demonstrated ability to independently handle contracts and legal advice. Experience in the retail sector is preferred.
• Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, integrity and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Strong ownership and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work constructively with business teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and propose practical business solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and the ability to use document and contract management systems.
• An English language degree or an English proficiency certificate is required. Good command of English, including the ability to read, draft and review contracts, write business correspondence and communicate with counterparties.