Legal Counsel

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to support the company’s diverse legal needs. This role will work closely with the company and its brands on various legal matters in a global retail environment. The Legal Counsel will provide routine legal support and guidance on corporate and commercial matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, consumer protection, trade compliance, and procurement.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and complex environment. This position requires strong legal expertise, contract management skills, and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks. The Legal Counsel will ensure compliance, mitigate legal risks, and provide a streamlined, business-focused legal experience aligned with KISS’s core values.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will play a key role in protecting, supporting, and challenging internal stakeholders while managing legal risks. Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a high volume of contracts, including influencer agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements, licensing agreements, technology agreements, procurement agreements, and other retail business contracts.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in the beauty and cosmetics industry.
• Managing intellectual property (IP) matters and overseeing litigation and dispute resolution.
• Assisting in corporate governance matters and supervising external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitoring legal developments, conducting legal research and analysis, and ensuring the company stays ahead of statutory changes.
• Developing and implementing new policies, processes, and training programs based on legal requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
• Providing strategic, creative, and effective legal and business advice to balance risk with business objectives.
• Partnering with business units to integrate legal considerations into strategic planning.
  
  

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house role as corporate or commercial counsel, with the ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences, including senior management and internal clients at all levels.
• Exceptional time management, project management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with the ability to set long-term goals while remaining a collaborative team player.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and respect in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; member in good standing of at least one State Bar, preferably New York (or eligible for registration as In-House Counsel in New York).
• Strong working knowledge of the beauty and cosmetics industry is highly desirable.
• Prior experience in a global organization is preferred.
• Experience in the beauty, cosmetics, or manufacturing industry is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Korean is a strong advantage but not required.
  
  

We offer a competitive benefits package!

(*Eligibility may vary.)

• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• Year-end Bonus Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Friday
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires*
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements*
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program)*
• Vehicle Perks*
  
  

Qualification(s)

Education(s):

Juris Doctor (J.D) (Required)

Work Experience

Experience Range IV: 8 - 13 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

Skill(s)

Communication, High-Integrity, Project Management, Time Management

Language(s)

English, Korean

Certification(s)

Not Applicable

The anticipated compensation range is

123,000.00 - 226,000.00 USD Annual

Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.

Kiss Nail Products, Inc., or Kiss Distribution Corporation or Ivy Enterprises, Inc., or AST Systems, LLC, or Red Beauty, Inc., Dae Do, Inc., KDC GA Corp. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.