Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Time Type: Full-time
Description & Requirements
who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athleticpursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational productsand experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe oursuccess to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredibleconnections we make in every community we’re in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change
to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating and equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment for our people.
about this team
The lululemon Legal team’s purpose is to empower the business while navigating risk and playing inpossibility. We cultivate a culture of connection and curiosity, care for the whole person, foster aninclusive workplace, and have fun along the way.The Corporate Counsel, Compliance is a key member of lululemon’s Global Legal Compliance team. Theteam partners across the organization to identify and manage legal and regulatory risk while enablingresponsible business growth. This role works closely with Product Integrity, Product Quality,Sustainability, Trade Compliance, Government Affairs, and other cross-functional partners to prepare the
business for evolving regulatory requirements and develop practical solutions that support lululemon’s goals.
core responsibilities
The Legal Counsel, Compliance provides practical, business-focused legal guidance on legal and compliance matters affecting lululemon’s products, services, operations, and strategic initiatives. This
role monitors regulatory developments, interprets legal requirements in the context of the business, andhelps cross-functional teams prepare for and implement change.
- Monitor legal, regulatory, and enforcement developments across relevant jurisdictions and assess their potential impact on the business.
- Translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical guidance for business partners and senior leaders.
- Advise on compliance considerations relating to products, services, new initiatives, complaints, and issue resolution.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, such as Sustainability, Traceability, Trade, Product Integrity and Chemicals Management, to evaluate legal and compliance risk and develop practical mitigation strategies that support business objectives.
- Support timely implementation of new or changing regulatory requirements, including identifying readiness gaps and helping teams establish appropriate processes.
- Conduct legal research and provide counsel on emerging compliance issues and new product or business initiatives.
- Develop and support compliance policies, guidance, best practices, tracking, and reporting.
- Collaborate with Government Affairs on lobbying registration and gift and entertainment policy compliance.
- Work with the broader Legal team to support compliance program execution, legal research, program maturity,
and reporting.
qualifications
- Undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor degree, or their equivalents, from accredited institutions.
- Active bar membership or the ability to register as in-house counsel in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Four or more years of relevant compliance or legal experience.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations and provide practical, risk-based legal advice.
- Strong business judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial and operational objectives.
- Robust project-management skills and a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast- paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers.
- Highly collaborative, organized, proactive, and attentive to detail.
- Ability to work independently, adapt to changes in scope or direction, and resolve complex issues creatively and effectively.
- Willingness and ability to learn new substantive areas and support a broad range of business teams.
- Global, retail, consumer-product, or in-house experience is an asset.
must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
Additional Notes
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.
Compensation and Benefits Package
lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is from$139,400 – 182,900annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing,
and personal growth:
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
workplace arrangement
This role is classified as In-Person under our SSC Workplace Policy:
In-Person
In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.
Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.
lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at
[email protected] . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.
The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions.
At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual’s own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.
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📌 Legal Counsel | Contract until November 2027 (Vancouver)
🏢 lululemon athletica
📍 Vancouver