To fill its GC role, it looks as though Abercrombie & Fitch Co. went shopping for an attorney with both in-house leadership and retail industry experience.

The New Albany, Ohio-based company announced the appointment of Gregory Henchel as senior vice president and general counsel Thursday. Henchel will replace current GC Bob Bostrom, who said in July he planned to “pursue new challenges” after four years with the company.