Global Counsel Marketing, Race, & Blimp Operations

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

35d

About The Position

Global Counsel, Marketing, Race & Blimp Operations The Global Counsel, Marketing, Race & Blimp Operations provides legal guidance and subject matter expertise for Global Sales & Marketing activities across markets and supports other business units with technology, innovation, procurement and marketing-related issues as needed. This position plays a key role in proactively managing risks associated with marketing campaigns and activities within scope, through training and coaching, as well as the creation and implementation of efficient governance processes and standards in assigned areas.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department
Demonstrated leadership experience
Law degree from an accredited U.S. law school and a member of the Bar (no need to be state specific)
Highest level of ethical conduct and integrity
Excellent communication skills (verbal/written), with the ability to navigate across functions and establish trust with executive and senior management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to develop business-oriented and cost-efficient solutions
Committed to delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced corporate environment
Demonstrated business judgment and consensus-building skills, ability to provide practical solutions and client counseling experience

Responsibilities

Monitors legal developments and trends and makes recommendations to management on how to respond
Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and standards across the organization
Advises on marketing, race and Blimp operations legal aspects globally. This includes ensuring compliance with advertising, racing and competition laws, and drafting and negotiating marketing-related contracts like promotional agreements and sponsorships
Oversees contracts and negotiations for marketing, race and Blimp operations globally, coordinates global contracts/initiatives, facilitating local and expert support, as needed
Reviews NA and US-based global marketing agreements (including marketing procurement & digital)
Advises on and manages the legal risks associated with in-scope activities, including potential litigation and reputational damage
Primary point-of-contact for racing standards and technical regulations
Manage budgets (i.e., case, matter, project, tenders, outside counsel)
Develops/Maintains global marketing policies, templates, and playbooks to drive cross-functional efficiencies
Develops and provides training and lessons learned to minimize future risk to the company