Compliance Paralegal

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

About the Company

Job Description 

We are looking for a Paralegal to join the Abercrombie & Fitch Legal team and provide support on a broad range of matters related to the Company’s Ethics & Compliance programs. This Paralegal will be an integral member of the legal team and will report to the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CECO).

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Assist CECO and Ethics & Compliance team in overseeing A&F’s investigations process, including the following: A&F’s Ethics Hotline; tracking, routing, and monitoring of all reports (hotline and non-hotline) from intake through resolution; and the development of hotline metrics and dashboards
• Support Ethics & Compliance team in managing enterprise-wide Third-Party Risk Management program vetting potential vendors, including the following: system and process enhancements; working closely with Procurement and relationship owners on vendor onboarding; and continually seeking innovative ways to integrate with the overall vendor life cycle
• Assist CECO in day-to-day responsibility for A&F’s Associate compliance training initiatives, including the development, distribution, and tracking of Associate compliance training in policies such as A&F’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Anti-Corruption, Gifts & Entertainment, etc.
• Work on cross-functional projects with other departments such as Human Resources, Asset Protection, Stores, etc. to support various compliance-related projects and initiatives
• Assist CECO on other projects and matters as needed

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• 3+ years of paralegal experience in a large law firm or in-house legal department of a publicly traded company
• Bachelor’s degree or related experience preferred 
• Prefer candidates with working knowledge of requirements, best practices, processes and procedures related to general in-house legal operations issues and initiatives
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Highly proficient in multi-tasking, prioritization, organization, and succinct and business friendly verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in administrative IT platforms, including SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, legal research tools and billing systems
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight
• Ability to engage in different substantive aspects of the business everyday
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy and discretion

Our Company  

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. 

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

Benefits & Perks  

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process 
• Flexible spending accounts 
• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Life and disability insurance 
• Associate assistance program 
• Paid parental and adoption leave 
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot 
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community 
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year) 
• Seven associate wellness half days per year 
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands 
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within 
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups 
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!