Gucci Legal Counsel, Privacy & Compliance

About Gucci

Gucci, one of the world’s most influential luxury houses, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a Florentine legacy defined by creativity, craftsmanship and cultural daring. As part of Kering, the Maison combines Italian heritage with a progressive global outlook, fostering careers across design, retail, clienteling, merchandising, digital, operations and corporate functions. Gucci seeks individuals who bring curiosity, excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, supporting them through inclusive leadership, learning opportunities and international mobility. Its workplace celebrates self-expression, collaboration and innovation, while upholding exacting standards of quality, sustainability and client experience.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on data protection and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with applicable regulations and the Compliance program
• Support business functions in identifying privacy and compliance implications from new initiatives, technologies, and operational projects
• Review and negotiate privacy and compliance-related contractual provisions
• Conduct and maintain Data Protection Assessments (DPIAs, LIAs, DTAs, AI) and Register of Processing Activities (ROPA)
• Conduct and maintain compliance risk assessments related to AML, anti-corruption, and Italian Law 231/2001
• Analyze activities and data flows to ensure regulatory and privacy compliance with appropriate risk mitigation measures
• Analyze third-party due diligence and screenings
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory inquiries
• Coordinate and manage Data Subject Requests (DSRs) from employees, clients, third parties, and public authorities
• Partner with Retail, Finance, HR, Procurement, and other business functions to ensure privacy and compliance across operations
• Liaise with Kering Privacy and Compliance teams, Data Protection Officers, and external advisors
• Support awareness and training initiatives to strengthen compliance and data protection culture

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Law
• Interest and motivation to develop expertise in compliance and data protection matters
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and risk assessment capabilities
• Ability to manage high operational workloads and multiple priorities
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn corporate systems and databases (CRM platforms, internal tools)

Skills

Experience

Experience in privacy, data protection, compliance, or regulatory matters, either in-house or within a law firm, is considered advantageous. Qualification as a practicing lawyer is a plus.

Education

Master's Degree in Law required. Bar admission or professional legal qualification is desirable.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 35,000 per annum.

Benefits

Company canteen, supplementary health insurance, company welfare program, annual target bonus up to 20% of gross annual salary as per company-level collective agreement (CCNL Industria Pelli e Succedanei).

Culture

Gucci fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where individuality, craftsmanship, and cultural curiosity are central to how teams collaborate. As an employer, the Maison encourages bold ideas and personal expression while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsible luxury.

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