Legal Counsel

Posted Feb 18, 2026

Join Kering in Milan as a Legal Counsel on a temporary basis. Provide legal support to luxury brands within a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Overview

Kering is a distinguished global luxury group, renowned for its stewardship of iconic fashion houses such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. As a family-led entity, Kering is committed to fostering creativity and excellence across its diverse portfolio, which spans couture, leather goods, jewelry, and beauty. The group is dedicated to sustainability and cultural enrichment, ensuring that its legacy is one of innovation and responsibility. Kering offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, encouraging talent development and internal mobility across its global operations.

Role & Responsibilities

Provide legal advice, consultancy, and support to various departments including Operations, Procurement, and Facility & General Services.
Draft, analyze, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts in both Italian and English, such as manufacturing, supply, and procurement contracts.
Support the management of disputes and litigation within designated areas of responsibility.
Conduct legal research, analyze issues, and prepare legal opinions.
Monitor legal developments and draft internal notes or updates.
Contribute to training activities and implement legal processes and contract templates.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal strategies align with business objectives.

Qualifications

Law degree.
Significant in-house legal experience with a focus on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
In-depth knowledge of the Italian legal system.
Proven ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

High ethical standards, discretion, and professional integrity. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Excellent organizational and project management capabilities. Fluency in Italian and English; knowledge of French is advantageous. Strong problem-solving capabilities.

Experience

Significant in-house legal experience, particularly in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.

Education

Law degree.

Benefits

Kering offers a stimulating and fulfilling work environment with opportunities for talent development and internal mobility. The company is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and provides a platform for employees to reach their full potential.

Culture

Kering promotes a culture of creativity, sustainability, and inclusivity. The company values diversity in all its forms, believing it enriches the workplace and enhances its ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.