Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial (Hybrid, Seattle)
Organising Institution / Firm
Nordstrom
Quick Verified Facts
๐ Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
๐ Mode / Location
Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
๐ฐ Stipend / Pay
$141,500.00 - $233,500.00 Annual
๐ Eligibility
J.D. with a license to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction; 7โ10 yearsโ legal experience in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department.
๐ก๏ธ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Nordstrom is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to provide legal support for its online, physical, and omni-channel retail operations. This hybrid role, based in Seattle, focuses on commercial contracting, technology, marketing, and regulatory compliance within the retail sector.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: J.D. degree with an active license to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction.
- Experience: 7โ10 years of legal experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department.
- Expertise: Demonstrated experience in contracts, marketing, technology, business transactions, intellectual property, or regulatory issues related to product distribution.
- Technical Proficiency: An AI-forward mindset with experience using generative AI and AI-enabled workflow platforms.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Structure, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts including SaaS, merchandise, distribution, supply chain, and marketing agreements.
- Provide legal counsel on business initiatives, including brand licensing, data-sharing, and innovation strategy.
- Lead cross-functional projects and develop legal processes to increase departmental efficiency.
- Monitor regulatory developments and provide proactive training to business clients.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Annual Salary: $141,500.00 - $233,500.00. This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives and includes comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, and merchandise discounts).
Application Procedure
- Visit the official LinkedIn job posting.
- Click the "Apply" button to be redirected to the Nordstrom careers portal.
- Current Nordstrom employees should apply via the internal Workday portal under the Careers section.
FAQs
- Is this a remote role? No, it is a hybrid role based in Seattle, WA.
- Are background checks required? Yes, Nordstrom conducts background checks after a conditional offer is extended, consistent with local legal requirements.