Description:
Here at An American Automotive Company, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.But An American Automotive Company is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
An American Automotive Company is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing all-electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.
At An American Automotive Company, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a An American Automotive Company? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.
Join us at An American Automotive Company and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!
What You'll Do:
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Provide legal and strategic advice and counseling on a wide variety of commercial matters, including with respect to both direct/production and indirect/non-production procurement decisions
- Draft, review, negotiate, and support contracts and other legal documents relating to procurement, manufacturing, operations, logistics, real estate, sales, marketing, and other matters
- Develop form documentation, templates and contracting processes, procedures and training for the Purchasing and Supply Chain Teams
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, Sales, and People Teams
- Collaborate with other Legal Team colleagues on special projects as we grow and develop An American Automotive Company's legal culture and functions
- Work together with outside counsel when necessary or appropriate
Location & Travel Expectations:
The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person
meetings and events regularly. The role will be based out of a An American Automotive Company location in either Novi, Michigan or Tysons, Virginia. Applicants
should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with
An American Automotive Company colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in
events on behalf of the company from time to time.
What you'll bring
We expect all An American Automotive Company to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals.
- J.D. from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the bar in at least one state in the United States
- Minimum 6 years of legal experience, with a strong preference towards a combination of law firm and in-house experience (ideally automotive industry)
- Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements, preferably experience with supplier and manufacturing related agreements
- Experience and desire to play a key role in a growing legal team that will provide strategic and business advice in addition to legal counseling
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to work well across departments and strengthen company culture through effective collaboration
