8+ years of relevant commercial contracts experience, preferably in-house at a large publicly traded company
J.D. from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school with active bar membership; California bar membership preferred
Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements
Proven track record in building contract management programs and templates
Fluency in contract lifecycle technology and AI tools for legal work
Exceptional legal judgment and communication skills, with a collaborative approach
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across various business functions
Partner with leaders to provide practical advice on contract terms and risk allocation
Lead the contract lifecycle management strategy to enhance workflows and approval processes
Develop and refine contract templates and negotiation guidelines for efficiency
Introduce AI tools for contract drafting and analysis while ensuring legal quality
Track contract metrics to improve service and communicate priorities to Legal leadership
Mentor paralegals and contribute to broader Legal initiatives
Benefits
Flexible work location, with options for remote work
Opportunity to shape contracting practices in a growing luxury lifestyle business
Collaborative work environment with a focus on mentorship and professional development
Access to innovative tools and technologies in legal work
Engagement with diverse business functions across the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
RH is seeking a Director, Commercial Contracts to help bring our vision to life as we expand our global luxury lifestyle business. Reporting to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel and Senior Corporate Counsel, you will guide commercial agreements across RH and build contracting practices that help our teams move with speed, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to quality. This role may be based at RH's headquarters in Corte Madera, California or performed remotely from anywhere within the United States.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across procurement, vendor and supplier relationships, technology, marketing, logistics, hospitality, gallery operations, and other business functions
Partner with leaders across RH to provide clear, practical advice on contract terms, risk allocation, interpretation, and dispute avoidance
Lead RH's contract lifecycle management strategy, improving workflows, approval processes, and self-service tools for recurring agreements
Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines that support consistent, efficient decision-making
Introduce AI tools and workflows for contract drafting, review, and analysis while maintaining rigorous standards for accuracy and legal quality
Track contract volume, cycle times, and key terms; use those insights to improve service and communicate priorities to Legal leadership
Mentor paralegals, contribute to broader Legal initiatives, and build trusted partnerships grounded in responsiveness, collaboration, and excellence
OUR REQUIREMENTS
8+ years of relevant commercial contracts experience; meaningful in-house experience at a large publicly traded company is preferred, and a combination of law firm and in-house experience will be considered
J.D. from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership in good standing; California bar membership or eligibility to register as in-house counsel in California is strongly preferred
Deep experience drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, procurement, technology, and services contracts
Experience building contract management programs, templates, and playbooks, with fluency in contract lifecycle technology and AI tools used for legal work
Exceptional legal judgment, organization, and communication skills; a collaborative, hands-on approach; and the ability to focus on material risks while delivering precise work in a fast-moving environment
About RH
RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) is a luxury home furnishings retailer that offers furniture, lighting, textiles, bathware, decor, and outdoor products. The company operates through its retail galleries, source books, and websites. RH's products are designed to appeal to affluent consumers who are interested in high-end, modern home decor. The company has been expanding its product offerings and store footprint in recent years, and has also launched a hospitality business that includes restaurants and boutique hotels.
