OPmobility · 3 months ago
Legal Operations Director - Americas
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expOPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. They are seeking a dynamic Legal Director for the Americas to serve as the primary legal advisor, overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance across the Americas and global markets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align legal strategies with business objectives.
AutomotiveManufacturingSustainability
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Americas Chairperson and Business Group Presidents, overseeing all legal matters and ensuring compliance across the Americas and global markets
Directly supervise legal activities in the USA and Canada, and manage the Head of Legal Operations for Mexico and Latin America
Provide strategic legal guidance to senior management, manage corporate governance in close partnership with Global Corporate Affairs, and mitigate risks in a fast-paced, international automotive environment
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal Affairs, M&A, Compliance, HR, Finance, Tax, R&D, Purchasing, Sales) to align legal strategies with business objectives
Advise executive teams on commercial and operational legal matters
Oversee all legal aspects of contracts (supplier, joint ventures, customer, IP)
Ensure compliance with US, Canadian, and international regulations
Manage litigation and dispute resolution, working with external counsel as needed
Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes impacting the automotive sector
Mitigate legal risks related to product liability and ESG compliance
Manage cross-border legal issues and international transactions
Mentor and develop the Head of Legal Operations for Mexico and Latin America
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and transparency
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Law (commercial, contract, or international law), ideally with an LL.M or management diploma
Minimum 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (automotive/industrial sector preferred)
In-depth knowledge of US commercial and corporate law; experience with Canadian and Latin American legal systems a plus
Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Experience managing external counsel, legal budgets, and people
Fluent English required; Spanish a strong plus; Portuguese, French or German a bonus
Preferred
Michigan Bar admission is a plus, but not required
Benefits
Hybrid Flexibility: Work close to leadership in Troy, MI, with flexibility and travel.
Company
OPmobility
OPmobility is a motor vehicle manufacturing company that specializes in technologies for mobility.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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