Come join our Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) NAFTA Legal Team where we are committed to partnering with our internal clients and external counsel to effectively manage complex legal matters. Be a part of a team filled with collaborative, resourceful and determined lawyers who play a vital role in our business activities. This Senior Staff Counsel position is within the US Distribution and Trade section of the Office of the General Counsel that represents the dealer network, sales and distribution functions of the company. The primary role is to manage litigation, provide business counseling, and work on complex commercial transactions regarding FCA US’s independently owned dealerships and all aspects of the sale and distribution of FCA US’s products. This position provides support to the following groups: Dealer Network, Parts and Service, Fleet Sales, Warranty, Sales/Incentives, Dealer Audit, Business Development, Service Contracts, Legislative Affairs and other groups.
Basic Qualifications:
•Juris Doctorate degree
•Minimum 9 years of experience in commercial litigation and/or commercial transactions
•Experience with automotive franchise laws, or other laws governing heavily regulated industries
•Manage and prioritize multiple tasks at a time, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision
•Thrives on working in a fast paced and people oriented environment
•Strong leadership skills
•Team player
•Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
•Desire to learn the automotive business
Preferred Qualifications:
•A background in drafting and negotiating commercial transactions is strongly desired
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
