About UsWe are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and position PVH as a leading brand group. We drive fashion forward for good as one team with one vision and one plan – the Power of Us, the Power of PVH+.One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here. PVH is a global fashion and lifestyle company with brands CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER, over 30,000 employees in more than 40 countries, and a focus on development, innovation, and digitalization across channels. Our team values collaboration, inclusion, and sustainable change in fashion.The TeamWithin the EMEA Legal Department, our mission is to ensure the company operates within the law while enabling strategic growth and operational excellence across the EMEA region. We provide proactive, solution‑oriented legal support that aligns with the PVH+ plan. This position’s team backs the legal operations in Region West, collaborating closely with local and regional stakeholders including business units, compliance, HR, finance, and external counsel to drive key initiatives forward. The role contributes to the department’s operational efficiency, strategic growth, and overall success.The PositionSenior Legal Manager (m/f/x) for our regional office in Düsseldorf, coordinating and ensuring effective legal support to Region West (currently integrating the DACH countries plus central and Eastern Europe). You will manage the local legal team and collaborate with our office in Amsterdam and other EMEA Regions. The role reports to the Senior Legal Director Markets & Commercial in Amsterdam and has a matrix dotted line to the Vice President of Finance. Key local stakeholders include VP Finance, Managing Director, and senior leaders in Retail, Marketing, Sales, and finance, as well as PVH Europe HQ leadership.As a Senior Legal Manager for Region Europe West, you will be a generalist with a strong focus on commercial contracting, business development, marketing, and retail activities in the fashion sector. You will provide excellent legal support on diverse topics, be part of and inspire a high‑performing team, and act as a strategic business partner to senior leadership in Region West. The ideal candidate is a team player who takes ownership, possesses business acumen, has excellent communication and listening skills, can independently lead, and can develop and empower local team members.Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Advisory: Provide strategic, business‑oriented legal advice to senior management on a wide range of issues, with emphasis on commercial contracts and disputes (including litigation and arbitration); distribution models (franchise, agency, selective distribution, concessions, shop‑in‑shops); marketing, consumer activities and loyalty programs; retail activities and competition considerations.Collaboration: Align with peers in other Regions and with relevant EMEA HQ business units in Amsterdam.Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (service, customer, partnership, franchise, distribution, consignment, concession agreements).Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, especially in consumer law and marketing.Corporate Governance: Support board and committee governance with appropriate resolutions, minutes, and filings.Risk Management: Identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.Litigation Management: Coordinate with external counsel on litigation, disputes, and regulatory investigations.Policy Development: Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and training programs.Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with internal stakeholders to align legal strategies with business objectives.Team Leadership: Mentor and manage junior legal staff, fostering trust, accountability, and development to build a high‑performing team.Note: Responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed above. The role may require additional tasks to meet department and organizational needs.Measures Of SuccessLegal Expertise: Timely, ad‑hoc, and actionable advice within areas of responsibility.Leadership and Team Building: Engagement with stakeholders across regions, functions, units, and brands.Management: Effective management of regional legal team members and coordination of legal efficiencies across the region and local markets.RequirementsLaw degree (LLM or equivalent)Advanced knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law8–10 years post‑qualification experience (fashion industry experience is a plus)Proficient in drafting and negotiating commercial agreementsExperience negotiating with key B2B customersStrategic thinking to align legal strategies with business goals and assess risksStrong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills; ability to inspire and develop diverse teamsWhat You Can Expect From UsHybrid working model with flexible office options and meeting‑free FridaysDevelopment opportunities through PVH UniversityEmployee benefits including discounts, mobility offers, sports classes, and moreInclusive workplace valuing diversity across backgrounds and identitiesPVH Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants on the basis of qualifications and capabilities without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic. PVH also commits to compensation based on job‑related factors such as skill, ability, education, work quality, experience, and potential.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionLegalIndustriesRetail Apparel and Fashion #J-18808-Ljbffr