Legal Counsel - London, England, United Kingdom - Wayfair

Wayfair London, England, United Kingdom

19 hours ago

Description

Job Title: Legal Counsel - Regulatory and Government Affairs

We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Counsel to join our London-based Legal team. In this role, you will provide legal guidance on day-to-day legal matters with a particular focus on regulatory requirements for consumer products in the EU and UK.

You will work closely with senior legal counsel and cross-functional teams to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes, mitigate risks, and support operational and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Product & Retail Compliance: Provide legal guidance on product safety regulations, labelling requirements, recalls, and consumer protection laws in the UK and EU.
Regulatory Affairs: Support engagement with regulatory authorities, including the UK's Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) and EU market surveillance authorities.
Trade Compliance: Assist in ensuring adherence to UK and EU trade compliance regulations, including import/export controls and customs compliance requirements.
General UK Legal Matters: Advise business teams on compliance with advertising, marketing, and e-commerce regulations.
Denied Party Compliance Programs: Support Wayfair's efforts in sanctions screening and forced labour compliance.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal teams, including Merchandising, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams, to provide proactive legal support.
Regulatory Monitoring & Risk Mitigation: Track changes in UK and EU laws and implement risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with senior legal counsel.
ESG and Circular Economy Compliance: Support Wayfair's global efforts in circular economy and ESG fields, including Extended Producer Requirements.

Requirements:

A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with NQ-3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a corporate, regulatory, or commercial legal role.
Experience in UK and EU product safety and consumer protection is desirable.
Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Prior in-house experience in a retail, e-commerce, or regulated industry is desirable but not required.

About Us:

Wayfair is one of the world's largest online destinations for the home. We're reinventing the way people shop for their homes through industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving.

We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all.

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