Lawyer

Ford Motor; Roma; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading automotive finance company is seeking a Lawyer to join their Legal Affairs team in Rome. This position requires 2–5 years of experience in consumer credit and the ability to manage legal disputes. The successful candidate will manage customer complaints and assist in various legal responsibilities while collaborating within a dynamic team. Excellent command of Italian and English is essential.

Competenze

• 2–5 years post-qualification experience as a Lawyer in Italy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Italian and English (minimum B2 level).
• Strong attention to detail and proactive attitude.

Mansioni

• Manage customer complaints and legal disputes in retail and insurance sectors.
• Support credit registry reporting and banking transparency initiatives.
• Assist with Data Privacy procedures and compliance checks.

Conoscenze

Consumer credit knowledge

Earmarked credit regulations

Captive financing and insurance knowledge

Strong communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Descrizione del lavoro

Join Ford Credit Italia S.p.A. as a valued member of our Legal Affairs team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of automotive finance. This is a unique chance to make a real impact in a dynamic, innovative environment. You’ll collaborate with industry leaders, gain exposure to international best practices, and contribute to projects that drive both your professional growth and Ford’s success.

The minimum requirements we seek:

• 2–5 years post-qualification experience as a Lawyer in Italy
• Strong knowledge of consumer credit, earmarked credit, and relevant Italian/European regulations and directives
• In-depth understanding of captive financing and insurance products
• Familiarity with dealer network operations and contracts
• Demonstrated Ford OS behaviours: adaptability, continuous improvement, and cross-team collaboration
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Italian and English (minimum B2 level)
• Effective time management and prioritization to meet deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Flexibility to support key business deadlines

Additional Information:

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.

This position is based in Rome, and it is expected the successful candidate will be able to attend the Rome office for typically 4 days a week and remain flexible on the days they are required to attend the office according to business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer complaints and legal disputes in retail and insurance sectors
• Support credit registry reporting and banking transparency initiatives
• Assist with Data Privacy procedures, process controls, and customer request verifications
• Implement legal and regulatory changes
• Support fraud analysis, notification, and customer service/collections activities
• Review and update retail contracts, informational brochures, and marketing campaigns
• Draft and review contracts with external suppliers and financial partners
• Prepare reports for regulatory authorities (Banca d’Italia, IVASS, Privacy Guarantor)
• Provide corporate secretarial support (Board of Directors, Shareholders’ Meetings, compliance checks)
• Manage dealer network agreements and related contractual matters
• Handle litigation, appeals to the banking arbitrator, and IVASS regulatory issues