General Motors · 15 hours ago
Counsel, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$202K/yr - $310K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Motors is transforming the future of mobility and is committed to achieving a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. They are seeking a Legal Staff Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on commercial, procurement, and supply chain matters, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and interpret complex commercial agreements, including strategic sourcing, technology, licensing, and supply‑chain‑related contracts
Provide legal and strategic advice to GPSC clients to advance business objectives while appropriately balancing risk
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to structure transactions, resolve legal issues, and support execution of key initiatives
Develop, refine, and implement contracting processes, playbooks, templates, and training to improve efficiency and consistency
Analyze and advise on complex, multi‑factor legal and operational issues with clarity, judgment, and an enterprise‑wide risk perspective
Build strong working relationships with clients, legal colleagues, and business partners across GM
Qualification
Required
6+ years of legal experience with a focus on commercial or transactional matters
Must be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; ability to obtain Michigan in‑house counsel admission if required
Experience advising on strategic commercial relationships or high‑value transactions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple legal practice groups and business functions
Proven track record of initiative, integrity, resilience, and managing multiple large‑scale projects
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements or operational efficiencies
Preferred
Experience using or willingness to adopt AI‑powered legal tools, contract automation systems, advanced research platforms, and other technology‑enabled resources
Exposure to technology transactions or intellectual property issues (preferred, not required)
Limited domestic or international travel may be necessary
Hybrid or on‑site work expectations may apply depending on GM policy
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation & holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
Recent News
2026-01-24
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