Woven by Toyota · 5 months ago
Legal Counsel - Contracting, U.S. and UK (Palo Alto, CA)
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $230K/yr
3+ years expWoven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s transformation into a mobility company with a focus on human-centric innovation. They are seeking a Legal Counsel - Contracting to manage all contracting for the US and UK, providing legal advice and support to ensure compliance with commercial legal standards while advancing business goals.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesSoftware
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing and handling all contracting for the US and UK and matters related to joint venture and partnership agreements, Licensing Agreements, Technology Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Supply agreements, Nondisclosure agreements, Letters of Intent, Commercial leases and other contracts
Draft and negotiate agreements, contracts and other legal documents to protect the company's interests
Support the Head of U.S. and UK Legal and the entire Legal team as a member of a high performing in-house global Legal department
Collaborate effectively and efficiently with both the global legal team and all internal clients
Provide excellent and practical internal customer service related to contracting activities and exhibit sound judgment regarding when to escalate matters to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal
Support the Head of U.S. and UK Legal and the Global Legal team developing a Contract Management System including policies and procedures related to contracting for the U.S. and UK
Demonstrate inclusivity, and model company values to maximize the performance of internal teams and individuals
Support the Head of Legal U.S. and UK on corporate matters such as legal entities and intercompany arrangements
Provide strategic counsel to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal around contracting issues
Communicate and negotiate with business partners regarding contracting issues with the support of the Head of U.S. and UK Legal if necessary
Qualification
Required
3-5 years of relevant commercial contracting legal experience, including both corporate Legal department and law firm practice experience
JD from an ABA accredited law school and attorney licensure within the U.S. (preferably within California or with the ability to be licensed in-house in California)
Act as a trusted advisor to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal, the global legal team and the business related to contracting issues
Strong negotiation and drafting skills
Adapt well to changing plans and priorities and deal comfortably with ambiguities
Exceptionally detail-oriented and well-organized; strong time management skills
Experience drafting and negotiating technology agreements and licenses
Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments with a high degree of accuracy and meet short deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills
Experience working with other global in-house counsel across legal disciplines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team, and assume additional responsibilities as required
Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to reach decisions independently; focus on understanding the bigger picture (i.e., results-oriented, rather than task-oriented)
Ability to develop solid, trusted relationships
Maintain focus with a sense of urgency, while upholding respect for others
Benefits
Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
A rewarding 401k program
Flexible vacation policy
Family planning and care benefits
Company
Woven by Toyota
Woven by Toyota improve the vehicle intelligence software and operation and accelerate the Toyota Mobility Concept.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Absmeier
Chief Technology Officer
Edwin Han
Senior Partnerships Manager
Recent News
2025-10-02
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