Sr. Corporate Legal
| Company | Hyundai Mobis |
|---|---|
| Location | Savannah, GA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | JD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in at least one U.S. Jurisdiction
- Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate, compliance, litigation or regulatory laws as in-house counsel or law firms
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance regulations and litigation processes, U.S. regulatory frameworks affecting the automotive industry (e.g., NHTSA, EPA, FTC, OSHA)
- Excellent legal research, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters and work cross-functionally
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Willing to collaborate, share knowledge, respond quickly to urgent matters, and execute proactively
- Ability to understand and embrace the company’s core values, corporate goals, mission, and priorities
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to advise executives and influence decision-making
- U.S. state bar license required (active in good standing, GA license preferred)
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice on corporate governance, contracts and commercial transaction
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including supplier, customer, and joint venture contracts
- Oversee corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and industry regulations
- Support legal aspects of business operations, including intellectual property, employment law, and risk management
- Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for major business decisions
- Lead internal investigations related to corporate legal matters, ethics, and compliance
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the business and advise on necessary adaptations including compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations, including NTHSA, EPA, OSHA, and FTC
- Support and mentor junior legal team members and provide strategic direction to the legal department
- Develop and implement compliance programs, policies, and training
- Oversee internal investigations related to compliance breaches and regulatory issues
- Manage and oversee litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters
- Work with outside counsel on strategy and risk mitigation for law matters
- Handle pre-litigation matters, including cease-and-desist letters and settlement negotiations
- Oversee internal teams in managing claims related to product liability, employment, and contracts
- Advise on regulatory compliance related to the automotive industry, including labor, employment, safety, environmental and trade regulations
- Assist with government investigations and responses to regulatory inquiries
- Monitor legal developments and assess potential business impact
- Support licensing, certifications, and regulatory filings
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry preferred
- Compliance-related certifications (e.g., CCEP) preferred