Associate Counsel, DTC & Privacy

VF Corporation; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 136,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corporation is seeking an Associate Counsel, DTC & Privacy to join our global legal team. You will advise on and negotiate technology transactions supporting VF’s DTC and digital operations.

The role requires a JD, state bar admission, and 3–5 years of experience; you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and help manage legal risk. We offer competitive compensation with incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in good standing.
• 3–5 years of legal experience required, preferably in corporate law or tech transactions.
• Experience with data privacy and data security in commercial transactions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to DTC and related VF teams.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology contracts.
• Identify and manage legal risks and develop risk‑management strategies.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on regulatory changes.
• Communicate complex legal information clearly to stakeholders.
• Manage complex projects and ensure deadlines.

Skills

Contract law

Data privacy

Negotiation

Drafting

Communication

Project management

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

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What will you do?

A day in the life of an Associate Counsel, DTC & Privacy at VF looks a little like this.

The Associate Counsel, DTC & Privacy will handle a variety of engaging legal issues working alongside an accomplished team around the globe. This role will serve as a key legal partner providing hands‑on support to the VF Digital Technology team, brand digital and marketing teams, Human Resources, Indirect Procurement, Tax, Treasury, Supply Chain, and other organizations as necessary. The primary responsibility of the Associate Counsel, DTC & Privacy is to advise on and negotiate technology transactions that support VF’s DTC and digital operations while appropriately managing legal and commercial risk.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Provide legal advice and guidance to DTC brand teams and other VF functions
• Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of complex contracts and other legal documents
• Identify and manage legal risks, including developing and implementing risk‑management strategies
• Conduct legal research and stay current on legal and regulatory changes that may impact the company
• Proactively identify and resolve legal issues, offering practical and creative solutions
• Communicate legal information clearly and effectively to both legal and non‑legal audiences

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and 3-5 years of legal experience is required.

• Admission to the state bar and in good standing
• Strong background in contract law, including negotiating technology agreements
• Familiarity with data privacy and data security issues in commercial transactions (e.g., data processing agreements, cross‑border data transfers)
• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects and transactions while meeting deadlines
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong legal drafting and documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience in a corporate setting preferred

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$136,000.00 USD - $170,000.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential

This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation

You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.