Brioni Legal Counsel
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €35,000–40,000/year
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
About Brioni
Founded in Rome in 1945, Brioni is an icon of Italian sartorial excellence, renowned for bespoke tailoring, refined menswear, and a discreet expression of luxury. As an employer, the Maison offers a culture rooted in craftsmanship, precision, and timeless elegance, where artisans, retail professionals, and corporate teams contribute to a legacy shaped by exceptional materials and human skill. From its ateliers in Italy to its international boutiques, Brioni values expertise, client intimacy, and continuous learning. Part of Kering, it combines heritage with modern ambition, inviting talent to uphold one of luxury’s most distinguished standards.
Brioni Legal Counsel position in Rome, Italy—support General Counsel on legal, compliance, and IP matters within luxury fashion house.
Role & Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate domestic and international commercial agreements in Italian and English, covering distribution, franchise, licensing, wholesale, retail, supply, manufacturing, services, marketing, sponsorship, endorsement, digital, e-commerce, leasing, and confidentiality arrangements
- Provide day-to-day legal support to business functions on commercial, operational, and strategic projects, identifying pragmatic and risk-aware solutions aligned with business objectives
- Support intellectual property matters related to protection, management, and enhancement of Brioni's global trademark and brand portfolio in coordination with external counsel and Kering Legal teams
- Support corporate governance activities, including preparation of board and shareholders' documentation, powers of attorney, company records, databases, and filings in coordination with notaries and corporate advisors
- Assist on legal aspects of retail, wholesale, franchising, and real estate projects across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring contractual consistency and alignment with business requirements
- Coordinate relationships with external law firms and legal advisors to ensure efficient matter management, quality of advice, cost control, and consistency of approach
- Support implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Kering Compliance Program, including ethics, anti-corruption, sanctions, third-party due diligence, whistleblowing, competition law, and business partner compliance
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Law
- Admitted to the Italian Bar
- At least 4–5 years of professional experience in leading international law firms or in-house legal departments of multinational companies
- Solid experience in commercial contracts and general corporate law
- Fluent English at C1 level or equivalent
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to combine legal accuracy with pragmatic, hands-on, solution-oriented mindset
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Skills
Experience
At least 4–5 years of professional experience gained in leading international law firms and/or in-house legal departments of multinational companies. Previous experience in the luxury, fashion, retail, consumer goods, or jewellery industry is considered a strong advantage. Solid background in commercial contracts and general corporate law; exposure to compliance, intellectual property, and international business operations is highly valued.
Education
Master's Degree in Law; admission to the Italian Bar is required.
Workplace
This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 35,000 to EUR 40,000 per annum.
Benefits
Meal vouchers; applicable collective agreement CCNL Abbigliamento Moda (Level: Impiegato 6°)
Culture
Brioni fosters a refined, craftsmanship-led culture rooted in Italian tailoring excellence, where precision, discretion, and client-centric service define the everyday work environment. As an employer, it values artisanship, collaboration, and continuous development, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a house renowned for timeless elegance and exceptional quality.
About Cerulean
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