Legal Operations Director - Americas

OP Mobility

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About The Position

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution! OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility. Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car. OPmobility is a global leader in mobility innovation, operating in the Americas region across USA, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil. We are seeking a dynamic Legal Director for the Americas to join our high-performing legal team and partner with business leaders to drive operational excellence and compliance.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Law (commercial, contract, or international law), ideally with an LL.M or management diploma.
• Minimum 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (automotive/industrial sector preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of US commercial and corporate law; experience with Canadian and Latin American legal systems a plus.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing external counsel, legal budgets, and people.
• Fluent English required; Spanish a strong plus; Portuguese, French or German a bonus.
• Michigan Bar admission is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Americas Chairperson and Business Group Presidents, overseeing all legal matters and ensuring compliance across the Americas and global markets.
• Directly supervise legal activities in the USA and Canada, and manage the Head of Legal Operations for Mexico and Latin America.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to senior management, manage corporate governance in close partnership with Global Corporate Affairs, and mitigate risks in a fast-paced, international automotive environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal Affairs, M&A, Compliance, HR, Finance, Tax, R&D, Purchasing, Sales) to align legal strategies with business objectives.
• Advise executive teams on commercial and operational legal matters.
• Oversee all legal aspects of contracts (supplier, joint ventures, customer, IP).
• Ensure compliance with US, Canadian, and international regulations.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution, working with external counsel as needed.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes impacting the automotive sector.
• Mitigate legal risks related to product liability and ESG compliance.
• Manage cross-border legal issues and international transactions.
• Mentor and develop the Head of Legal Operations for Mexico and Latin America.
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and transparency.

Benefits

• Strategic Influence: Shape legal strategy for a major region in a global company.
• Career Growth: Potential for international transfers or broader business group leadership.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Work close to leadership in Troy, MI, with flexibility and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees