Job Description 

We are looking for a Paralegal / Senior Paralegal to join the Abercrombie & Fitch Legal Retail Operations team and provide support on a broad range of global legal and regulatory matters, including product claims, pricing and promotions, product regulatory compliance, sustainability, store operations, and overall marketing and advertising issues. This Paralegal / Senior Paralegal will be an integral member of the legal team and will report to the Sr. Legal Counsel of Retail Operations.

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

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings of global statutes, regulations, and pending legislation and litigation for attorneys on consumer protection, product safety and compliance, sustainability, pricing and promotions, and marketing/advertising
• Support compliance with various consumer protection matters, including gift card terms and website terms
• Support the customer service team in addressing general customer concerns and complaints
• Support the sourcing and merchant teams in addressing general product claims initiatives and concerns
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding a wide range of other legal matters impacting the Company
• Manage the team’s training calendar on an annual basis
• Support our global store operations teams by providing guidance and support for compliance with rules and regulations impacting our company owned stores throughout North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
• Review and organize legal documents such as template NDAs

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience in a large law firm or in-house legal department of a publicly-traded company
• Licensed Ohio notary
• Bachelor’s degree or related experience preferred 
• Prefer candidates with working knowledge of requirements, best practices, processes and procedures related to general in-house legal operations issues and initiatives
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Highly proficient in multi-tasking, prioritization, organization, and succinct and business friendly verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in administrative IT platforms, including SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, legal research tools and billing systems
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight
• Ability to engage in different substantive aspects of the business everyday
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy and discretion

Our Company  

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. 

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. 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.  

Benefits & Perks  

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 Co. is committed to providing 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 and 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 and six work from anywhere weeks per year) 
• Seven associate wellness half days per year 
• 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