New Vehicle Ten Franchise Auto Group in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a qualified corporate / in-house counsel.

Key Requirements:

• Must have a law degree from a recognized university
• Must be admitted to the California State Bar
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization
• Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships within the organization and across all businesses
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Must be willing and able to work on-site at our main office
• Must be able to attend legal hearings/proceedings off-site when needed
• Automotive industry experience desired but not required

• Offering  counsel on a variety of legal issues
• Advising executives within the company
• Working alongside other departments within the company
• Advising on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with different deals
• Working alone or with other attorneys to prepare legal documents such as briefs, motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and      subpoenas
• Drafting contracts, lease agreements, loan agreements, and other legal documents for clients
• Drafting and reviewing agreements such as employment contracts, nondisclosure agreements, and non-compete agreements
• Additional responsibilities as required by the organization.

Compensation and benefits:

· Salary range: $90k-$120K 

· Eligible for employer paid employee health plan

· Eligible for 401k plan with match

· Eligible for paid vacation 

To Apply:

• Submit resume detailing your experience
• Submit a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit

* You must be legal to work in the United States.