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Webasto Americas

Director Legal

Auburn Hills, MI
On-site
Full-time
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Apr 30

Job Description

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Director Legal

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Make individual mobility more enjoyable and sustainable by advancing technology and people – As one of the top 100 automotive suppliers worldwide, Webasto actively shapes the transformation of the industry through expertise and forward-thinking solutions. Our goal is to make mobility a full sensory experience, working toward more comfort, wind in your hair, the perfect temperature in any season, and driving with a clear conscience – for a safe and sustainable future. We bring joy to mobility – are you in?

You Can Look Forward To These Exciting Tasks

  • Provide strategic legal leadership across the Americas, aligning legal initiatives with business goals and global standards.
  • Oversee corporate governance, legal risk management, and regulatory compliance for all regional entities.
  • Advise executive leadership on strategic and day-to-day legal matters, including contracts, disputes, and business operations.
  • Lead negotiation and drafting of complex commercial agreements (e.g., supplier, OEM, M&A, real estate, licensing, and technology).
  • Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks impacting operations, supply chains, and product launches.
  • Manage litigation, arbitration, and claims, with authority to negotiate and approve settlements.
  • Support crisis management and serve as a liaison with global legal teams to ensure cross-border coordination.
  • Lead legal aspects of M&A, corporate governance, and intellectual property protection (including patents and trade secrets).

This Is What You Bring To Us

  • Must have : Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school, required - Active license to practice law within Michigan
  • Progressive legal experience, including: Automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier environment, complex commercial contracting with OEM customers
  • 10+ years In‑house counsel experience within a corporate environment
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including: managing and developing in‑house legal teams and direct reports
  • Proven ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
  • Experience managing global legal issues and cross functional stakeholders
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and executive level advisory skills
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen

What We Offer You

  • Competitive pay
  • Health coverage for you and your family
  • Generous number of vacation days each year
  • Paid sick time
  • 401k with company match 

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Your Contact Person

Mario Magrini, People & Organization Auburn Hills, MI

Get to know us here and find out why we are passionate about attracting talent to Webasto.

We look forward to receiving your online application!

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

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