Chanel Senior Paralegal

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

• Support the Legal team across litigation, employment, regulatory, and commercial matters, ensuring seamless coordination and execution
• Drive efficient case management, including tracking workflows, timelines, and key deliverables across multiple matters
• Partner with outside counsel to support legal team, including organizing files, gathering documents, and coordinating interviews
• Strengthen risk mitigation efforts by supporting investigations, monitoring regulations, and legal monitoring processes
• Build and maintain a centralized, user-friendly database for tracking U.S. legal and regulatory developments
• Ensure proper handling of litigation holds, document preservation, and records management protocols
• Track budget and legal spend across multiple matters

Qualifications

• 7+ years of paralegal experience in a dynamic environment with exposure to multiple areas of law
• Strong understanding of legal workflows and case management
• Experience supporting discovery, litigation holds, and investigations
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently while maintaining high-quality work
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated judgment and discretion

Skills

Experience

7+ years of paralegal experience in a dynamic environment with exposure to multiple areas of law, including litigation, employment, regulatory, and commercial matters. Demonstrated ability to manage complex workflows and multiple priorities with precision and attention to detail.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; some undergraduate coursework or paralegal certification preferred.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 87,500 to USD 120,000 per annum.

Benefits

Paid time off for wellbeing including 2-week August office closure; family and caregiving benefits (parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, Care.com membership); generous vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days; 401(k) and incentives; robust healthcare (medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE virtual care, One Medical, FSA, HSA, EAP); life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability, health advocate, international business travel accident & medical insurance, and commuter transit & parking benefits.

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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