Sephora International Corporate Legal Counsel

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage corporate housekeeping for subsidiaries, including approval of financial statements, amendments to articles of association, corporate appointments, and authorisations
• Coordinate board meetings, shareholders' meetings, and corporate documentation for Group entities
• Monitor corporate officer appointments and powers granted by the Group's corporate bodies
• Manage exceptional corporate transactions involving foreign subsidiaries, including mergers, capital changes, disposals, incorporations, and liquidations
• Draft and monitor intercompany agreements
• Centralise and monitor ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) declarations across the Group
• Oversee opening, transferring, and closing of secondary establishments in France
• Contribute to the Group's international development projects, including legal feasibility studies and external growth transactions
• Update Group databases and organisational charts
• Support the digitalisation and optimisation of processes, including corporate portfolio management and contract management solutions
• Provide operational and strategic advice on corporate law matters to operational teams including Finance, Strategy, and Senior Management

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Corporate Law, Business Law, International Law, or Contract Law
• Dual qualification such as LL.M., DJCE, or Bar admission is advantageous
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a recognised corporate law firm or the legal department of an international group
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex matters and provide clear recommendations
• Proven capacity to work effectively in demanding international environments
• Autonomous, rigorous, and proactive professional orientation
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Recognised team spirit and ability to interact with diverse, multicultural stakeholders
• Strong client-service mindset
• Excellent synthesis skills and responsiveness

Skills

Experience

A minimum of 3 years of initial experience acquired within a recognised corporate law firm or the legal department of an international group. Beyond years of experience alone, the employer values demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex matters, formulate clear recommendations, and work effectively in a demanding international environment.

Education

Master's degree in Corporate Law, Business Law, International Law, or Contract Law. A dual qualification such as an LL.M., DJCE, or Bar admission is advantageous.

Workplace

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.

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