Senior Director of Legal Affairs

The Senior Director of Legal Affairs is responsible for providing general legal advice, counsel, and interpretation to management regarding legal matters. This role is responsible for the initiation and development of the in-house legal function for Duluth Trading Co.

Work Environment:

At Duluth Trading Company, we value face-to-face interactions that foster our culture of learning, creativity, and teamwork. The role is based at our headquarters near Madison, WI. You will work in the office Monday through Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays if you prefer.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversight of legal affairs for the company 
• Prepare and organize board meeting materials and governance communications in collaboration with Director of FP&A and Chief Accounting Officer 
• Act as Assistant Secretary for the company and manage corporate secretary duties 
• Consult with Chief Financial Officer on stock ownership administration and SEC research 
• Own corporate policy development, review, and maintenance. I.e. delegation of authority, etc. 
• Research and advise on state & federal consumer and commercial laws 
• Manage activities to negotiate vendor contracts, financing arrangements, contract service level agreements and NDAs across all departments 
• Advise, review, and make recommendations to customer facing information, marketing, and promotional materials in accordance with applicable rules, policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate compliance risks 
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders regarding data privacy and compliance related topic 
• Partner with outside Intellectual Property counsel on registration, maintenance and protection of trademarks, patents, and other creative license agreements 
• Maintain and administer equity ownership program and other public company equity registration needs 
• Oversee real estate lease coordination including lease negotiations and on-going maintenance 
• Oversee legal aspects of corporate transactional matters, including M&A, corporate finance, and other facilities related transactions 
• Partner with outside counsel with an eye toward driving business goals and providing world class counseling, while effectively managing time and cost
• Leads proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
• Adopt organizations values in personal work behaviors, decision making, contributions and interpersonal interactions
• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun

What We’re Looking For:

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of experience as an in-house or private practice attorney
• Demonstrated experience legal knowledge and experience with matters related with a publicly traded retail organization. 
• Knowledge of U.S. and global privacy legislation such as CCPA and GDPR 
• Advanced experience with written and verbal communication skills and high integrity. 
• Demonstrated experience supporting the business and solving problem without compromising integrity or fiduciary obligations 
• Demonstrated experience utilizing sound judgment and apply logical and critical thought processes when developing and recommending solutions and provide constructive advice in situations where laws are uncertain and evolving. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills. An individual who can work with a range of internal and external business and legal professionals and manage multiple priorities. 
• Capacity to influence, negotiate and create solution to problems. 
• Demonstrated experience to acquire working knowledge on new subjects within short time frames. 
• Solid project leadership capabilities and desire to develop people management skills.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of legal service best practices
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of general business acumen Advanced knowledge and understanding of effective legal metrics and data analytics
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of managing projects and cross collaborating with organization partners
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of HR, financial, and business policies and best practices
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

Duluth Headquarters Benefits and Perks

Our pursuit of a better way isn't just about our products—it's about our people too.  That's why our Dam Good Crew enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support their well-being and success.

• Multiple Medical plan options 

• Dental & Vision plans 

• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Health Savings Account including company contributions  

• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D

• Company paid Short-Term Disability

• Other various voluntary benefits including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance

• 401(k) Employer Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan to purchase Duluth Trading Co. stock at a discount 

• 12 weeks of Parental Leave at 100% pay 

• Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

• Paid Time Off: take it as you need it policy for exempt employees

• Daily pay available  

• 40% Employee Discount 

• Flexible Fridays 

• Onsite fitness center

Position Compensation Outline 

Compensation Range: $180,000 - $250,000/year 

This position is eligible to participate in the company bonus and long term incentive programs upon hire. 

Compensation listed is for the full-time position at this specific location and is based on several factors, including experience, and qualifications. Benefits and perks may have eligibility requirements and are subject to change.

#LIONSITE

The responsibilities outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. Duluth Trading Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Started in 1989, Duluth Trading Company exists to enable hard-working individuals to take on life with their own two hands. Folks that revel in doing it the hard way and celebrate finding a better way. We seek talented individuals who share these beliefs and are excited to further the Duluth Trading legacy with a digital-first mindset, always moving forward and always innovating.

From ingenious Duluth workwear, to comfortably capable Buck Naked Underwear, to outside-embracing AKHG, it’s all about the innovative gear and gadgets that equip customers for a more hands-on way of life.

Top-notch quality, immersive storytelling, outstanding customer service, and the shared belief that the go-all-in-and-dig-deep spirit exists with everyone are what sets Duluth Trading Co. apart. We seek talented folks looking to be part of a can-do team that’s hellbent on helping the world to gear up, get its hands dirty, and do.