Legal Director, Risk Management and Compliance

Kia Corporation•Tustin, CA

28d•$189,708 - $274,776

About The Position

The Legal Director, Risk Management and Compliance provides strategic direction and in-house legal advice on corporate regulatory concerns, labor and employment matters, corporate governance, cybersecurity, and privacy. The role supervises attorneys and paralegals and coordinates with legal department management, business stakeholders, outside counsel, Kia America’s parent company, and affiliated companies. The position manages legal services and advice relating to regulatory compliance and legislative affairs; employment matters; cybersecurity and privacy obligations; and corporate governance. It also leads and develops a team, monitors legal risks, advises senior management, manages litigation and legal-advice costs, oversees risk management policies and procedures, provides advice on Legal Department Approval Requests, and represents the Company in negotiations and legal proceedings.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the California State Bar.
10–15 years of experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house.
Demonstrated managerial, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
In-depth knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with senior management.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and with composure.
Ability to create timely, insightful executive reports and analysis.
Flexibility to adapt to changing legal and regulatory environments and stay current on legal developments.
Mastery of standard office software suites, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn other company software systems.
Ability to make independent decisions that maximize legal benefits and minimize legal exposure.
Ability to provide consistent, reasoned legal advice and implement strategies that protect the Company’s legal interests.
Ability to provide strategic legal advice aligned with business objectives and proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.
Capacity to participate in high-level decision-making.
Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams and mentor junior legal staff.

Nice To Haves

Prior management experience.
Regulatory experience in the automobile industry.
Certified Information Privacy Professional certification.

Responsibilities

Manage, oversee, and provide strategic legal advice and services relating to regulatory compliance and legislative affairs, including import/export regulations, anti-corruption programs, antitrust, tax matters, mobility issues, environmental regulations, and supply chain regulations.
Manage legal advice and services for employment matters, including recruiting, accommodations, leaves of absence, team member relations, compensation and benefits, HR policies and procedures, and immigration.
Advise Human Resources and executives on policy decisions, emerging risks, and risk mitigation strategies.
Draft and negotiate employment-related agreements; respond to demand letters, agency matters, and regulatory inquiries; and oversee employment disputes, outside counsel relationships, and costs associated with employment litigation.
Manage legal advice and services concerning cybersecurity and privacy obligations to support compliance with applicable laws and regulations and mitigate risks related to breaches.
Oversee legal counsel, advice, and document drafting on cybersecurity and privacy issues and policies related to sales, marketing, connected vehicle products, and other Company areas.
Respond to or assist business units with requests from Auto-ISAC, regulators, or media regarding consumer data management, cyber risks, or cyber intrusions.
Manage legal advice and services on corporate governance, including preparing and revising bylaws, resolutions, and meeting minutes, and advising the Company’s board of directors.
Provide reporting to the legal department and executives.
Lead and manage a team of risk management and compliance attorneys and other staff.
Monitor and assess legal risks and provide proactive solutions.
Advise senior management strategically on matters within the role’s area of responsibility.
Manage efficient case handling and cost control in litigation and legal advice matters.
Review, implement, and oversee in-house risk management policies and procedures.
Provide advice on Legal Department Approval Requests.
Represent the Company in negotiations and legal proceedings.