Senior Director, Associate General Counsel

Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – APAC Lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company that focuses on yoga, running, training and other athletic pursuits. We set the bar with technical fabrics and functional design, support people in moving, growing and connecting, and strive to create an equitable, inclusive and growth‑focused environment for our people. About This Team We are self‑described “legal outliers.” Our vision is to inspire and educate, provide value from beginning to end and create an environment where work enriches life and life enriches work. We live our “sweat life”—sweat, relationships and personal development—every day. A Day In The Life The Senior Director, Associate General Counsel sets and implements legal strategy for the APAC region, offers strategic leadership locally and globally, and provides prompt, practical advice on legal, risk, regulatory and compliance matters for Lululemon. This role is part of both the Legal and APAC Leadership teams. Overseeing all APAC jurisdictions/markets from a legal and compliance perspective, including stores, distribution centres and SSC. Member of the APAC ELT and Legal LTL reporting to the CLCO, providing input and support on global legal team strategy and OKRs. Lead on APAC Compliance Risk oversight steer‑co, ensuring key risks are elevated to GRC and the CLCO. Identify, formulate and drive APAC initiatives and priorities for the region together with senior cross‑functional leaders, ensuring the APAC ELT and the CLCO are aware of what the region needs. Risk assessment and analysis on legal and compliance matters in the region; driving and formulating compliance plans and strategies; ensuring execution of these plans and strategies and communicating the same to the APAC ELT, CLCO and senior leaders. Influencing and collaborating with leadership teams across the region and globally. Geo‑political issues oversight across APAC and working closely with senior leaders to proactively address issues and forward‑plan. Legal strategy planning and oversight for APAC, removing obstacles for the team to deliver results and deliverables. Leadership and oversight of the legal team. Responsible for managing external counsel and the associated budget and the overall strategy of third‑party legal advice. Supporting risk oversight work and helping ensure adequate controls are in place. APAC Legal budget planning and oversight. Bridging gaps and communicating market practices and cultural nuances against global practices, ensuring deliverables fit local and market needs culturally and legally. Mentoring and coaching all team members. Qualifications JD or bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited institution. Admission into the bar of practice, or ability to register as in‑house counsel. 15+ years of experience. Law degree from a university and an LLM or equivalent qualification from an international university or a JD or equivalent from a North American or international law school. Qualified to practice law in APAC and familiar with the laws of the APAC region; experience or bar qualification in other APAC countries would be an asset. Must Haves Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life. Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results. Communicates with honesty and kindness, creating the space for others to do the same. Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure. Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships. Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, i.e., doesn’t take themselves too seriously. Benefits & Perks At Lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind and spirit. Our total rewards program supports you in achieving your goals and focusing on what you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team‑based bonus program, we offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, a parenthood top‑up program and personal and professional development programmes. Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location and employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Business Development and Sales; Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr