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Legal Counsel - Temp

New York, New York Temporary $85 - $120 per hour View Job Description
The temporary Legal Counsel will provide critical legal support to the luxury skincare CPG and retail brand in their Mid-town NYC office, overseeing and managing a variety of contracts and legal matters to ensure compliance and mitigate risk. This temporary role is based in Mid-town, Manhattan, NY and focuses on delivering practical legal advice and support to internal stakeholders.
  • Leading luxury skincare brand hiring temporary Legal Counsel.
  • Immediate start - temporary to permanent job opportunity.

About Our Client

A well known global luxury skincare CPG and retail company, hybrid role (3 days/ week in office), luxurious office based in Mid-town, New York City.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel responsibilities include:

  • Provide legal counsel on a variety of matters, including contracts, compliance, and regulatory issues.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to align with company policies and objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly within the CPG/ retail sector.
  • Advise internal teams on legal risks and recommend strategies to mitigate them.
  • Collaborate with external legal counsel when required to manage complex legal issues.
  • Support dispute resolution and litigation processes as needed.
  • Stay updated on legal trends and changes relevant to the CPG/ retail industry.
  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal best practices.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Counsel should have demonstrable skills:

  • Admitted to a US State Bar, ideally New York State Bar.
  • Juris Doctor or LLM.
  • A strong background in legal practices, preferably within the CPG or retail industry.
  • Experience with contract drafting, negotiation, and review.
  • Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations applicable to the CPG/ retail sector.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with various teams.
  • Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable advice.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Capability to work independently in a busy environment.

What’s on Offer

The Legal Counsel will benefit from:

  • Competitive hourly pay ranging from $85 to $120 USD.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the CPG/ retail industry with a leading global luxury skincare brand.
  • Opportunity to convert from temporary position (immediate start) to permanent employee.
  • Hybrid working arrangement (3 days/ week) in the prestigious Mid-town, New York City office.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Anna Jacobs
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7077429

Job summary

Function
Legal
Subsector
Legal Subsector
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Location
New York
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Anna Jacobs
Job reference
JN-082026-7077429
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