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ZF Legal Counsel - Regulatory & Litigation in Washington, Michigan
Legal Counsel - Regulatory & Litigation
Country/Region: US
Location:
Washington, MI, US, 48094
Req ID 66829 | OSS Washington, United States
Go fast, take a chance, come grow with us!
ZF Passive Safety Systems is carving out from ZF’s current portfolio to become an independent company. This will allow the Division to further grow and expand its market position in safety restraint technologies by involving external investors. Our footprint already includes 45,000 employees in 20 countries in 44 locations and 2022 sales exceeded €4.5 billion. Establishing a solid resource foundation for independence is key to future success in becoming the #1 market leader. Our mission is to help protect people on the road with innovative state-of-the-art inflatable restraints, seat belt, and steering wheel systems technology.
Now is your opportunity to shape the future of passive safety technologies together with us!
Legal Counsel – Regulatory & Litigation is responsible to oversee all litigation and regulatory activities to ensure compliance with requirements. This position will be located in Washington Township, Michigan (USA) and report directly to the Head of Legal Operations.
Position Responsibilities:
Advise and support business clients to ensure that the regional team has identified and complied with relevant regulations.
Monitor, advise, and counsel on regulations, regulatory developments and safety-related topics.
Effectively communicate risks and provide excellent solutions-oriented legal advice to all levels of the Company.
Participate and potentially lead meetings on safety and reporting topics.
Work on government interactions for regulatory topics
Lead litigation activities for the company
Manage outside counsels and budget.
Compile and report on litigation and quality risks in coordination with Head of Legal
Advise on quality issues and related claims.
Education:
- Juris Doctor degree with license to practice law in the State of Michigan required.
Experience and Skill Set:
Proven experience of a minimum of 10 years as a Legal Counsel in business/automotive environment required.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of regulatory law and related procedures required.
High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
Sound judgement and ability to analyze situations and information.
Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
Business and solution-oriented mindset.
Energetic, responsive team player who is keen to take initiatives.
Proactive, organized, and accuracy with attention to detail.
Cost and time conscious (deadlines).
Safety conscious and flexible.
Be able to work in a high dynamic organization and to work under pressure.
English fluency required. Outstanding communication skills required.
Travel: 0%-30% No regular travel expected but could be necessary domestically/internationally at times.
Be part of our ZF team as Manager Legal and apply now!
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
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What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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