Contracts Counsel

A reputable motor vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Contracts Counsel to join their team. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, and mitigating legal risks.

• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including supplier agreements, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, service contracts, and NDAs.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risks, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage contract lifecycle, including execution, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international laws, as well as industry regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, engineering, and finance teams to support business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks related to supply chain, intellectual property, warranties, and liability.
• Maintain contract templates and playbooks, implementing best practices for efficiency and consistency.
• Support dispute resolution and assist in litigation matters related to contractual issues when necessary.
  
  

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in Michigan
• Experience:
  • 3-5 years of experience in contracts or transactional law, preferably in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
  • Strong background in commercial transactions and supply chain agreements.