Managing Counsel, Labor and Employment

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Legal Department is looking for a passionate, highly motivated, business-minded lawyer to join our Labor & Employment Advocacy & Partnership group as Managing Counsel, Labor & Employment.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide labor and employment advice and counsel and litigation management for a designated set of Toyota business units.

Reporting to the Vice President-Assistant General Counsel for Labor & Employment, the person in this role will support the Legal department's objective to provide best-in-class strategic advice and support to help the business achieve its goals.

The successful candidate will have:

• Innovative thinking and practical problem-solving skills.

• Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and process-development skills.

• Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently and to multitask on many different projects.

• Strong team player with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, communicate respectfully, and contribute to a positive team environment.

This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide timely, ongoing, on-demand legal counsel and strategic guidance on the full gamut of employment and labor legal issues impacting U.S.-based team members.

• Represent the Company in the mediation of employment disputes. 

• Represent the Company in dealings with administrative agencies that regulate the work environment, including the EEOC and its state-level equivalents, DOL, OSHA, etc. 

• Research, monitor and analyze labor and employment laws and regulations and advise relevant management of the degree of risk associated with personnel decisions, proposed initiatives, corporate activities, and industry and legal developments. 

• Evaluate and provide tactical and strategic advice and manage litigation and arbitrations arising out of employment disputes and related matters; negotiate and draft settlements and other resolution documents. 

• Supervise and direct outside counsel in litigated and non-litigated matters. 

• Train field and HQ personnel on relevant legal issues. 

What you bring

• A Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Admission to a U.S. state bar, in good standing.

• Substantial relevant experience gained at a major law firm and/or in a Fortune 500 level corporate law department handling complex employment and labor issues and disputes.

• Litigation management experience, including experience in the development of case and litigation strategies, discovery strategy, trial preparation, settlement negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

• Proven experience advising business clients at all levels.

• Executive-level communications skills.

• Ability and willingness to travel 15% of the time.

Added bonus if you have

• In-house experience.

• Significant Labor Law expertise.

• Significant experience supporting hourly work environments, such as plants, warehouses, or docks.

• Solid understanding of California employment law.

• Experience handling novel, non-traditional, or emerging legal issues.

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.