Job Description 

A&F is seeking an Assistant Legal Counsel to provide commercial contract and transactional counsel to the company as necessary to support our existing store base, e-commerce platforms, corporate operations, and international growth. This position reports directly to the Legal Counsel of the Contracts and Commercial Transactions group and will work closely with A&F’s global Legal and Compliance teams, as well as the Procurement; Supply Chain, Distribution, and Logistics; Real Estate; Marketing; Information Technology; and Finance. 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various forms of domestic and international contracts, including marketing and promotional agreements; supply chain and logistics agreements; various technology/IT contracts including SAAS, hardware, software, and service contracts; consulting contracts; vendor and supplier agreements; non-disclosure agreements; sponsorship agreements; and service agreements.
• Assist the Legal team with the implementation of new contracting processes, policies and procedures, including building, training and monitoring components.
• Assist with commercial disputes and litigation as necessary.

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Strong Academic Background including a JD from an accredited law school (required)
• Active member of the Ohio Bar with a minimum of 1-3 years working experience as a lawyer handling complex commercial transactions - transactional experience for either an international law firm or multi-national corporation is highly desired. 
• Experience acting as lead on the negotiation of IT/technology agreements, marketing agreements, and general services agreements is a plus
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage a high volume of demands with shifting priorities, and an eagerness take on new challenges as a self-starter
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to succeed with minimal oversight or management
• Ability to work independently as well as with others while balancing multiple tasks
• Open for challenges and willing to work outside of defined scope
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional business teams outside of Legal

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER