Senior Automotive General Counsel — Litigation & Compliance

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employer 401k Match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Incentive program

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Walker, MI seeks an Associate General Counsel to lead litigation strategy, manage outside counsel, and provide business-focused legal guidance to senior management across the automotive supply chain.

The role requires a JD, Michigan bar admission, at least 5 years of litigation experience, and a proven track record in commercial disputes, contracts, regulatory compliance, and IP matters. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Michigan with a clean disciplinary record.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation, preferably within the automotive industry or a related sector.
• Proven track record of managing commercial litigation cases.
• Strong analytical, problem-solv­ing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of litigation involving the company, including employment litigation, developing case strategies, coordinating with external counsel, and ensuring effective case management.
• Capable of handling less complex litigation in-house or with outside firms.
• Provide legal advice to senior management and business units on risk assessment, contract disputes, regulatory compliance, and IP matters.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to mitigate risks and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Collaborate with other departments to align with the company’s objectives and legal requirements.
• Monitor and analyze legal trends and developments that may impact the company.
• Develop and implement compliance programs and risk management strategies.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the company’s interests.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support Learning and Development on legal issues including litigation and compliance.
• Lead department goals and budgets; manage HR aspects of the team; participate in recruitment.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define the organization’s long-term mission and goals; support this mission through talent management.

Skills

Litigation management

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Legal strategy

Risk assessment

Communication

Leadership

In-house counsel

Collaboration

Automotive regulation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing in Walker, MI seeks an Associate General Counsel to lead litigation strategy, manage outside counsel, and provide business-focused legal guidance to senior management across the automotive supply chain.

The role requires a JD, Michigan bar admission, at least 5 years of litigation experience, and a proven track record in commercial disputes, contracts, regulatory compliance, and IP matters. Strong leadership and communication are essential.