Wayfair - Senior Legal Counsel (5-10 yrs)

- We are looking for a dynamic lawyer to join Wayfair as our first lawyer in India in our rapidly-growing Bengaluru office.

- You'll be a true generalist with broad responsibilities, owning and driving elements of our function and roadmap.

- You will also work closely with the business and the broader legal team on highly collaborative, cross-functional projects of all shapes and sizes.

- The ideal candidate will provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of legal matters.

- This position offers an opportunity to work closely with various departments within the organisation and contribute to the company's strategic initiatives.

- A successful candidate will be hard-working, proactive, and entrepreneurial.

- You will be a problem solver and able to build consensus and apply sound, pragmatic judgement in ambiguous situations.

- As our first lawyer in India, you will be facing many challenges that are novel for the company.

Responsibilities:

- Serve as the primary legal advisor for Wayfair's operations in India, providing comprehensive legal support to all business units and functions.

- You will be the bridge between the business on the ground and the legal team in the US and Europe.

- Learn our business and industry, and develop and deploy a calibrated risk-based approach to complex and often uncertain legal issues.

- Find pragmatic solutions that are proportionate to the issue at hand.

- Play a leadership role in our organisation; driving change, mentoring and coaching others, fostering inclusivity and influencing the broader business.

- Ensure Wayfair's operations in India comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including data privacy, consumer protection, and intellectual property.

- Select and manage outside counsel where needed; hold external advisors to a high bar.

- You will manage the relationship between outside counsel and our internal teams to drive cost-effective and business-oriented solutions.

- Advise internal stakeholders on day-to-day and out of the ordinary legal matters.

- Liaise with external counsel on litigation and to strategize with the counsel to obtain the best possible outcome for Wayfair.

- Lead employment law matters.

Required Skills:

- LLB or higher degree from an accredited university in India.

- Minimum 5 years post-qualification in India.

- In-house experience at a multinational company is preferred but not required.

- Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills, with the ability to navigate a large organisation and collaborate cross-functionally.

- Willingness to master new and unfamiliar areas of practice.

- Legal knowledge related to any of the following is a plus: employment law, commercial contracts, corporate, litigation and e-commerce.

- Project management experience and the ability to prioritise, multi-task, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

- Proactive, self-starter with a strong work ethic, a demonstrated ability to handle a demanding workload and willingness to roll-up sleeves.