Counsel, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain

General Motors • Warren, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

General Motors is transforming the future of mobility and is committed to achieving a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We seek talented legal professionals who are energized by innovation, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a meaningful impact on the company’s future. The Legal Staff Counsel supporting Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) will provide strategic, solutions‑oriented legal guidance on commercial, procurement, and supply chain matters. The ideal candidate is a business‑minded attorney with strong judgment, the ability to navigate complex transactions, and the agility to support fast‑moving business objectives. Experience with intellectual property or technology transactions is valuable but not required. This role requires a proactive self-starter who can manage multiple priorities, collaborate across legal and business teams, and deliver clear, pragmatic advice aligned to GM’s broader strategic and financial goals.

Requirements

• 6+ years of legal experience with a focus on commercial or transactional matters.
• Must be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; ability to obtain Michigan in‑house counsel admission if required.
• Experience advising on strategic commercial relationships or high‑value transactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple legal practice groups and business functions.
• Proven track record of initiative, integrity, resilience, and managing multiple large‑scale projects.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements or operational efficiencies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using or willingness to adopt AI‑powered legal tools, contract automation systems, advanced research platforms, and other technology‑enabled resources.
• Exposure to technology transactions or intellectual property issues (preferred, not required).
• Limited domestic or international travel may be necessary.
• Hybrid or on‑site work expectations may apply depending on GM policy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and interpret complex commercial agreements, including strategic sourcing, technology, licensing, and supply‑chain‑related contracts.
• Provide legal and strategic advice to GPSC clients to advance business objectives while appropriately balancing risk.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to structure transactions, resolve legal issues, and support execution of key initiatives.
• Develop, refine, and implement contracting processes, playbooks, templates, and training to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Analyze and advise on complex, multi-factor legal and operational issues with clarity, judgment, and an enterprise-wide risk perspective.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, legal colleagues, and business partners across GM.

Benefits

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed