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AVP Legal | Retail | 15 - 20 PQE | Mumbai

Mumbai Permanent View Job Description
We are looking for an experienced AVP Legal to oversee and manage all legal matters within the retail and apparel industry. The role involves ensuring compliance, managing legal risks, and providing strategic legal counsel to support business objectives.
  • Candidates with experience in Retail industry to apply
  • Candidates with 15 - 20 years of experience to apply

About Our Client

The employer is a large organization within the retail and fashion/apparel industry, known for its expansive presence and commitment to excellence. It operates in a fast-paced and competitive environment, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path for professionals in the legal domain.

Job Description



* Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on complex legal matters

* Drive legal governance, policies, and risk mitigation frameworks

* Present quarterly legal updates and risks to the Board2. Contracts Management

* Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle (~850+ contracts annually)

* Oversee drafting, negotiation, review, and execution of high-value agreements

* Standardize contract templates and improve contracting processes

* Act as escalation point for critical contractual issues

* Manage external counsel for specialized matters3. Compliance Oversight

* Lead compliance across ~20 factories/offices/warehouses and ~1100 retail stores PAN India

* Monitor and mitigate non-compliances proactively

* Drive implementation of compliance frameworks and regulatory changes

* Collaborate with business teams to ensure 90-100% compliance adherence4. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

* Lead legal aspects of acquisitions, restructuring, and funding activities

* Oversee legal due diligence, documentation, and negotiations

* Advise on deal structuring and risk mitigation

* Coordinate with external law firms and internal stakeholders5. Stakeholder & Team Management

* Act as a point of contact for legal across multiple brands and functions

* Collaborate with CXOs, founders, and cross-functional teams

* Mentor and lead a team of ~7 legal professionals

* Ensure strong alignment between legal and business priorities6. Training & Knowledge Management

* Identify legal training needs and conduct learning sessions

* Drive legal awareness across business functions

  • * Develop knowledge resources and updates for stakeholders

The Successful Applicant

A successful AVP Legal should have:

  • A degree in law from a recognized institution.
  • Extensive knowledge of legal frameworks and regulations within the retail and fashion/apparel industry.
  • Strong expertise in contract management, compliance, and dispute resolution.
  • Experience in handling mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions



15-20 years of post-qualification experience in corporate legal roles

  • * Strong expertise in contracts, compliance, and M&A
  • * Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams
  • * Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
  • * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-business environment

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a leading organization within the retail and fashion/apparel industry.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth and development.



If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role as AVP Legal, apply now to join an industry leader and make a significant impact.

Quote job ref
JN-052026-7018723

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Corporate
What is your area of specialisation?
Retail
Location
Mumbai
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-052026-7018723

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.