Counsel, Corporate Transactions
Date: Apr 15, 2024
Location: Fountain Valley, CA, US, 92708
Company: Hyundai Motor America
At Hyundai, we’ve rethought our business and created cars that combine performance, quality, design and innovation into a complete package.
It’s time you rethink what you expect from an employer.
At Hyundai, we understand you're not just building a career – you're building a life. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of our commitment in offering you great opportunities for your career. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for a chance to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.
Location
Purpose
- Responsible for legal representation and advice to HMA departments and executives in the primary areas of corporate and business law and contractual matters.
Major Responsibilities
- Use advanced knowledge to provide legal guidance and support to various departments within the company, including customer experience, after-sales, marketing, communications, product planning, facilities, finance, digital business planning and connected operations, sales, and human resources.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including master services agreements, statements of work, license agreements, IT agreements, leases, non-disclosure agreements, consulting agreements, and similar agreements in line with the company’s policies and risk tolerance with minimal oversight.
- Assist affiliate companies with legal matters as needed.
- Collaborate with transactional team members to improve contract templates and procedures to help streamline, simplify, and automate contracting processes.
- Assist with the creation of contract review playbooks and training materials.
- Complete special projects as assigned by the Director, Corporate Transactions.
- Exercise independent judgment to perform other duties as assigned.
Major Responsibilities (continued)
Authority
- Authority to negotiate all contractual language for the company.
Education
Related Experience
- Three to four years of law firm and/or in-house experience is valued, we welcome candidates with a range of experience levels.
- Strong contract and corporate experience.
- Proficiency in developing, negotiating, implementing, and managing complex service provider and other corporate relationships.
- Prior experience providing legal support in the automotive industry and to OEM clients is a plus.
Skills/Knowledge
- High level of writing and negotiating skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, via telephone, via email, via video conference, and various instant messaging platforms (e.g., Microsoft TEAMS).
- Ability to interact effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds and skill levels.
- Ability to prioritize and effectively manage a high volume of tasks.
- Effective time management and work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and willingness to undertake substantial and diverse job responsibilities.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Certification
- Admission to, and in good standing with, the California Bar.
Physical Requirements
Work Model
Affiliate
Compensation
Benefits
- Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
- Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
- Vacation and sick time off
- Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- 401(K) company match
- Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
- Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
- Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
- Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits)
Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Nearest Major Market: Orange County
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
