Contract & Compliance Counsel for Global Procurement

Volvo Cars; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Tax-advantaged savings accounts

Wellness program with discounts

Retirement savings plan with employer"

Family paid parental leave

Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP)

Job summary

Volvo Cars Americas-based legal team seeks a forward‑thinking attorney with 3–5 years of experience in contract law and commercial transactions. The role partners with the Procurement team and supports employment matters and litigation as needed, across a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will bring practical solutions, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business partners.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house setting.
• Experience in commercial transactions, procurement contracts, labor and employment law, or litigation management is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with practical business focus.
• Team player who can work independently and cross-functionally under time pressure.
• Creative, pragmatic, with excellent communication to translate complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support with contracts and commercial matters.
• Support labor and employment matters as needed.
• Manage and oversee litigation matters, including product liability cases, as needed.
• Develop and improve legal processes to support business efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions and regions.

Skills

Contract law

Commercial transactions

Litigation management

Labor & employment law

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

Volvo Cars Americas-based legal team seeks a forward‑thinking attorney with 3–5 years of experience in contract law and commercial transactions. The role partners with the Procurement team and supports employment matters and litigation as needed, across a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will bring practical solutions, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business partners.