Legal Counsel - Contracting, U.S. and UK (Palo Alto, CA)

Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society.

Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.

We are seeking a Legal Counsel - Contracting, U.S., reporting to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal, to support all contracting in the US and UK with broad contracting experience including some expertise in technology, data and content and technology transactions licensing. We are looking for an experienced contracting lawyer to support the business by providing proactive risk-based contracting review, negotiation, drafting and commercial contracting legal advice to business partners and internal legal team members.

The contracting lawyer will help ensure the company adheres to commercial legal standards and operates within company policies regarding contracting. The Legal Counsel will also support the Head of U.S. and UK Legal identify solutions to mitigate risks while advancing the company’s business goals.

A great Legal Counsel-Contracting is well-versed in commercial legal guidelines, the UCC and contracting best practices. They are professionals of high ethical standards and work diligently to complete their duties while keeping in mind the objectives of the business.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and handling all contracting for the US and UK and matters related to joint venture and partnership agreements, Licensing Agreements, Technology Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Supply agreements, Nondisclosure agreements, Letters of Intent, Commercial leases and other contracts
• Draft and negotiate agreements, contracts and other legal documents to protect the company's interests
• Support the Head of U.S. and UK Legal and the entire Legal team as a member of a high performing in-house global Legal department.
• Collaborate effectively and efficiently with both the global legal team and all internal clients.
• Provide excellent and practical internal customer service related to contracting activities and exhibit sound judgment regarding when to escalate matters to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal.
• Support the Head of U.S. and UK Legal and the Global Legal team developing a Contract Management System including policies and procedures related to contracting for the U.S. and UK
• Demonstrate inclusivity, and model company values to maximize the performance of internal teams and individuals.
• Support the Head of Legal U.S. and UK on corporate matters such as legal entities and intercompany arrangements.
• Provide strategic counsel to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal around contracting issues.
• Communicate and negotiate with business partners regarding contracting issues with the support of the Head of U.S. and UK Legal if necessary.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of relevant commercial contracting legal experience, including both corporate Legal department and law firm practice experience.
• JD from an ABA accredited law school and attorney licensure within the U.S. (preferably within California or with the ability to be licensed in-house in California).
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Head of U.S. and UK Legal, the global legal team and the business related to contracting issues.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Adapt well to changing plans and priorities and deal comfortably with ambiguities.
• Exceptionally detail-oriented and well-organized; strong time management skills.
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology agreements and licenses.
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments with a high degree of accuracy and meet short deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience working with other global in-house counsel across legal disciplines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team, and assume additional responsibilities as required.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to reach decisions independently; focus on understanding the bigger picture (i.e., results-oriented, rather than task-oriented).
• Ability to develop solid, trusted relationships.
• Maintain focus with a sense of urgency, while upholding respect for others

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA, the base pay for this position ranges from $140,000- $230,000 a year.

Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.

What We Offer

We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.

・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage

・A rewarding 401k program

・Flexible vacation policy

・Family planning and care benefits

Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

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