Manager, Compliance Counsel (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating 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 believe in "the sweat life" - sweat, relationships and personal development - and we live it every day.

a day in the life

In your capacity as Compliance Counsel, you will be charged with ensuring that our company complies with relevant laws and policies. This will include a wide range of compliance matters including ethics, anti-corruption, sustainability, sanctions, and other ESG matters. Responsibilities will include staying abreast of developments, interpreting laws in the context of the company's activities, and ensuring that key personnel are in possession of necessary information, and offering cross functional support. You will be support developing, implementing, and overseeing aspects of lululemon’s regulatory compliance program, including third party risk management and enterprise-wide regulatory projects. This role will provide compliance-related legal guidance regarding products/services, new initiatives, complaints, and issue resolution. This role will also partner with Product Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability, Risk Advisory Services and Supply Chain to identify and evaluate business and legal risks, and find creative ways to mitigate them while achieving business goals and pursuing opportunities to scale.

• Partner with company stakeholders to gather information and approvals necessary for compliance matters.
• Work with all members of the legal team across global office locations, including attorney and non-attorney personnel.
• Monitor for regulatory change, perform analysis of changes, and oversee business implementation of changes in a timely manner.
• Conduct research and contribute to emerging regulatory compliance projects related to new product launches.
• Collaborate with the global legal team to develop and implement best practices and policies.
• Support the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel with the Cybersecurity, Privacy, Sustainability, Supply Chain and other teams to provide updates to the GRC and senior leadership.
• Advise numerous internal business units on compliance and regulatory issues.

qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or the equivalent
• J.D. from an accredited institution
• Admission into the bar of practice, or the ability to register as in-house counsel
• 4 to 7 years of compliance experience. Global and/or retail experience a bonus.
• Experience in the design and implementation of compliance programs.
• Proven ability to interpret and provide guidance on laws, rules, and regulations.
• Strong track record of effectively assessing and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
• Experience in sustainability, anti-bribery and anti-corruption law, global trade compliance issues and other supply chain-related subjects
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
• You have the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Highly motivated, strong attention to detail, team-oriented, and organized.
• Comfortable balancing multiple, competing priorities and changes in scope/direction.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work fast & smart independently.
• Exceptional communication, organizational & time management skills.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional Notes

Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $126,400 CAD - $165,900 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy: In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week.