We are looking for a new Associate Legal Counsel to join our FANUC America Legal team at our Headquarters location in Rochester Hills, MI. In this role, you will collaborate with other members and partners within the Legal Department while executing any legal work required by FANUC America and its subsidiaries (FAC). In addition, you will counsel, advise, and support our business units toward achieving our business objectives while anticipating and guarding against legal risks that we may face. Interested? Apply today!
Primary responsibilities will include
- Advise and practice law in all areas that FAC may face, including:
- Commercial: Review, negotiate, draft and modify corporate agreements as necessary, including confidentiality agreements, terms and conditions of sale or purchase, facility leases, software license agreements, integrator agreements, bailment and evaluation agreements, etc.
- Corporate: Research legal issues and advise on various corporate matters, including employment issues, corporate governance and compliance, OSHA regulations, immigration issues, intellectual property, international trade, antitrust, data protection, etc.
- Litigation: Manage various litigation matters, including directing litigation and settlement strategy that best protects FAC
- Collection: Provide legal support for Legal/Finance collection remedies and creditor’s rights, and prepare security agreements, promissory notes, and other measures as necessary to support FAC’s credit policy, as well as manage bankruptcy caseload
- Regulatory: Keep informed of relevant regulations and laws and ensure compliance
- Counsel major functions within FANUC America’s business, including, executing groups, segments, and other corporate support groups
- Collaborate with FAC’s compliance team to promote an environment in which FAC’s Code of Business Conduct and related policies and procedures can thrive
- Interface with FANUC’s global affiliates to advance and support FANUC’s global initiatives and business objectives
- Consult and direct outside legal counsel, and other corporate consultants, including insurance brokers, insurance companies, safety consultants, technical experts, etc.
- Prepare and present training on legal-related issues and policies
- Research, draft, and enforce legal-related corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Consult current best practices for in-house legal departments, including legal operations and technology that may make our department more efficient and effective
- Manage cross-functional projects designed to address legal issues both reactively and proactively
- Anticipate and mitigate potential legal issues and other risks for FAC, and develop strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk
Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school, with a record of strong academic performance
- 3+ years of experience as a licensed, practicing attorney
- Active member of the State Bar of Michigan and licensed to practice law within the State of Michigan
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in commercial transactions, contract drafting/review and/or litigation
- Working experience within an outside law firm or in-house corporate position
- Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or Japanese
- Experience with legal operations technology
It’s Up To You
At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.
We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people, and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Sponsorship will not be considered for this position
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
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What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
