Chanel Paralegal Assistant

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure operational tracking and updates of legal matters through designated tools (ALM, iManage, Power Apps, SharePoint) from initial case assignment through contract execution
• Establish and coordinate contract validation and signature workflows in alignment with internal teams, external parties, and established contracts policy
• Autonomously manage delegated contract applications based on framework agreements, purchase orders, and standard amendments within established contractual policies
• Participate in knowledge management initiatives including training programmes, legal tool dissemination, and expertise sharing across operational and legal audiences
• Advance legal operations digitalization through process optimization recommendations, workflow improvements, and exploration of innovative technologies including automation and AI tools
• Adopt legal design principles to enhance tool accessibility, intuitive workflow design, and process efficiency across the department
• Maintain activity tracking dashboards and contribute to departmental reporting and analytics
• Prepare professional presentation materials and executive summaries (PowerPoint, analytical documents)
• Support strategic departmental projects and initiatives under the General Counsel's direction

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of successful professional experience in a law firm, legal technology consulting, or in-house legal department
• Advanced technical and legal training (law degree required)
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proven expertise with legal case management systems (ALM or equivalent platforms)
• Fluent written and spoken English enabling intervention in an international environment
• Advanced knowledge of international contract law, ESG considerations, innovation, and circular economy principles
• Understanding of extra-financial reporting, international and sectoral regulatory frameworks

Skills

Experience

Minimum 15 years of demonstrated success in a law firm, legal technology consultancy, or internal legal department, with progressive responsibility for contract management, legal operations, and strategic initiatives.

Education

Law degree or equivalent advanced technical and legal qualification required.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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