Global Head of Legal & Compliance Strategy

Cider; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Cider, a multinational retailer, seeks an experienced General Counsel to lead the global legal function from its Los Angeles–based office. The role will develop strategies to manage risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and align legal objectives with business goals across markets including North America, Europe, and Asia.

The successful candidate will oversee major contracts, data privacy, IP, and strategic investments, while partnering with leadership to drive execution and protect brand

Qualifications

• Requires strong contract drafting and negotiation capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in legal teams and cross-functional projects.
• Extensive knowledge of cross-border regulatory, privacy, IP, and commercial law.
• Fluent English with excellent legal writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the group’s global legal strategy and risk management system.
• Coordinate external counsel and service providers across markets (China, NA, Europe, UK).
• Provide professional advice to management on legal risk identification and response.
• Draft, review, and negotiate major commercial contracts including supplier, logistics, warehousing, and leases.
• Review platform agreements, payment, advertising, technology, and data processing agreements.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Leadership

Cross-border experience

Regulatory compliance

Data privacy

English legal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in law

Qualified to practice law in China or another major jurisdiction

Job description

Cider, a multinational retailer, seeks an experienced General Counsel to lead the global legal function from its Los Angeles–based office. The role will develop strategies to manage risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and align legal objectives with business goals across markets including North America, Europe, and Asia.

The successful candidate will oversee major contracts, data privacy, IP, and strategic investments, while partnering with leadership to drive execution and protect brand