Counsel, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain

General Motors • Warren, MI

7d • Remote

About The Position

The Legal Staff Counsel supporting Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) provides strategic, solutions-oriented legal guidance on commercial, procurement, and supply chain matters. The role calls for 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.

The Counsel proactively manages multiple priorities, collaborates across legal and business teams, and delivers clear, pragmatic advice aligned with GM’s broader strategic and financial goals. The position is based remotely, although candidates living within a specified radius of a GM hub may be expected to report to that location three times a week or at another frequency set by their manager. Hybrid or on-site expectations may apply depending on GM policy. Limited domestic or international travel may be necessary. Relocation benefits are not provided.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of legal experience focused on commercial or transactional matters.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the 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, including 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

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