Kering Head of Legal Shared Services

Milan • Italy

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Kering, a prestigious global luxury conglomerate, oversees the development of distinguished brands in fashion, leather goods, and jewelry, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. Renowned for fostering creativity and innovation, Kering is committed to sustainable and responsible luxury, empowering its brands to redefine creative boundaries. With a workforce of 49,000 and a revenue of €18 billion in 2024, Kering offers a dynamic environment for professional growth and development.

1. Lead and manage the legal shared services team for Italy and Switzerland.
2. Provide legal advice and consultancy to various departments including Sales, Operations, Procurement, and IT.
3. Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations.
4. Draft, analyze, and negotiate contracts in Italian and English across multiple departments.
5. Manage disputes and litigations effectively.
6. Conduct legal research and prepare opinions.
7. Coordinate with external legal counsel and manage legal budgets.
8. Oversee the training and coordination of a legal team of three.
9. Implement processes and contract models to enhance efficiency.
10. Ensure compliance with regulatory models, including 231 models.
11. Drive continuous improvement in legal service delivery.
12. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal strategies with business objectives.

1. Law degree.
2. Significant in-house legal experience with a focus on commercial agreements.
3. Experience managing legal shared services or centralized legal functions.
4. In-depth knowledge of Italian and Swiss legal systems.
5. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Fluency in English and Italian; knowledge of French is advantageous.

1. High ethical standards and integrity.
2. Strong commitment to innovation and social responsibility.
3. Team leadership and collaboration.
4. Expertise in legal advisory and contract negotiation.
5. Regulatory compliance knowledge.
6. Project management and organizational skills.
7. Problem-solving abilities.

Significant prior experience in-house with a focus on commercial agreements and managing legal shared services.

Law degree.

Kering offers a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment with opportunities for talent development and internal mobility. The company is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Kering fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity in all its forms, encouraging employees to express their talents and adapt to a changing world. The company promotes leadership skills and supports employees in reaching their full potential.