Legal Director

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE, Inc.’s rapid pace of innovation demands a Legal team that is always on the offense. And they’re always on their game - with the mission to advance and guide Nike’s business through innovative, offense-minded counsel. Nike attorneys, paralegals and other specialists in law provide inventive approaches and superior counsel to Nike’s global business. As Nike changes the future of sport, the Nike Legal team drives competition, ingenuity and integrity in the marketplace.

Nike’s rapid pace of innovation demands a Legal team that is always on the offense. And they’re always on their game - with the mission to advance and guide Nike’s business through innovative, risk-weighted legal counsel. Nike attorneys, paralegals and other specialists in law provide inventive approaches and superior counsel to Nike’s global business. As Nike changes the future of sport, the Nike Legal team drives competition, ingenuity and integrity in the marketplace.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

As with other industry leaders, all aspects of Nike’s business are powered by a dynamic, nimble and resourceful legal team. We are looking for an attorney to join our growing Legal team and assume a critical role to take Nike’s growth to the next level. You are more than a lawyer. You must know the business and be able to provide guidance that is both practical and ethical. This position will include an emphasis on digital transformation, partner management, direct-to-consumer commerce, and regulatory oversight and engagement.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

As the Legal Director for Southeast Asia and India ("SEA&I), you will oversee India, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and 10 other countries within SEA&I. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to address regulatory investigations and audits. You will enable, support, and advise on day-to-day commercial matters/transactions including issues arising with vendors, customers and other partners. You will handle and support important transactions ranging from traditional outsourcing, license and project service agreements, marketing projects, marketplace partner business, and supply chains, to evolving areas such as digital commerce with the attendant data privacy issues, retail partnerships and private/public partnerships. Counsel Nike business managers on a wide range of legal and process issues associated with our compliance team with internal control processes, and management of business relationships. You will work with other members of the Legal Dept. to re-engineer delivery of legal services to improve quality, efficiency and service levels using traditional and new model legal service providers. You will provide inspiration, and exemplify our Code of Ethics, Inside the Lines and prepare & deliver training programs designed to enhance business results and manage risk.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

Under the supervision of VP, APLA Counsel, you will work directly with business partners who manage Nike’s most innovative programs, as well as other leaders and business managers in the organization. Due to the volume of legal work we handle, you will engage with and from time to time manage service delivery by our outside counsel, and you will partner closely with other Nike business functions. Cross-border transactions will require collaboration with Nike’s excellent team of Legal talent located around the globe.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO NIKE?

Required qualifications:

- Juris Doctorate degree or international equivalent and licensed and registered to practice law in US, Singapore and/or another jurisdiction
- Minimum 10 years of legal experience
- Law firm experience in one or more of the following specialty areas is a plus:

- Commercial Law
- Corporate Governance
- Employment Law
- Data Privacy
- Digital Commerce
- In-house experience in a corporate legal department
- An ability to communicate effectively and succinctly

Preferred qualifications:

- International experience
- Publicly held, Fortune-500, multi-national company experience

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At NIKE, the health and safety of our employees and community is paramount. Even for roles that can be performed remotely, there will be instances where in-person presence is required at the workplace.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for pro