Tapestry Director, Senior Counsel

Tapestry, Inc. is a global house of brands including Coach, Kate Spade New York, and Stuart Weitzman. Known for its commitment to innovation and inclusivity, Tapestry values individuality and creativity. The company supports its employees' ambitions and recognizes their contributions, fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity.

1. Serve as a key legal advisor on employment law and employee relations matters.
2. Provide strategic legal advice to Human Resources on compliance, recruiting, hiring, and employee management.
3. Draft and implement workplace policies in collaboration with Human Resources.
4. Design and manage workplace investigations and litigation hold processes.
5. Evaluate and communicate legal risks associated with complaints and legal matters.
6. Manage outside counsel on employment-related lawsuits and government proceedings.
7. Draft position statements and represent the company in litigations and before administrative agencies.
8. Negotiate and draft settlement agreements concerning employment-related matters.
9. Develop training materials and provide training on employment law issues.
10. Monitor employment-related legislation to ensure compliance.

1. JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
2. Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to waive in.
3. At least seven years of related experience, including law firm or in-house experience.
4. Broad knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
5. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.

1. Superior written and oral communication skills.
2. Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and executive presence.
4. Attention to detail and ability to manage a high-volume workload efficiently.
5. Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

At least seven years of related experience, including law firm and/or in-house experience, with a focus on employment law.

Base pay range $145,000.00 to $217,000.00 annually.

Hybrid work setup with a requirement to be in-office 3 days per week, subject to change with company policy.

Tapestry's NYC corporate headquarters offers a hybrid work model. The company culture emphasizes creativity, inclusivity, and a commitment to equity and diversity.