Senior Legal Counsel

Job DescriptionYamaha Motor Finance Corp has an opening for a Senior Legal Counsel to be based permanently in our Cypress, CA office. This position will assist the General Counsel in advising management and staff with respect to a wide variety of legal, regulatory, litigation and compliance issues applicable to YMFC-US and affiliate finance companies. What You'll Be Doing:Advise and consult with business unit management on legal issues involving all aspects of the Company’s consumer and commercial lending businesses, including:Product development, consumer privacy, cybersecurity, marketing, dealer matters, underwriting, consumer and commercial contracts and other forms, servicing operations, loss mitigation, collections, and bankruptcy.Support the continued development and execution of Company’s Compliance Management System (CMS) to include:Conducting business process reviews to assess compliance with consumer and commercial credit laws and regulationsDevelop practices and procedures designed to ensure compliance with such laws.Provide legal advice and support, including: Evaluate and weigh multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action.Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically.Identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks.Base decision-making process on ethics and integrity.Develop relationships of trust and respect with key stakeholders.Review and assist in negotiating contractual documents, such as master service agreements, statements of work, supplier/vendor agreements and non-disclosure agreements.Conduct legal research and stay up to date with statutory and regulatory changes affecting the Company.Building collaborative relationships with and managing outside counsel, including the supervision of assigned litigation matters.Qualifications:Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law schoolActive license to practice law in the state of CaliforniaMinimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience, including consumer finance, transactional work, litigation, or related areasIn-house experience in consumer finance/banking compliance, commercial finance, and/or capital markets is a plusStrong technical knowledge of, and ability to apply, key consumer compliance regulations, including:Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and Regulation BTruth in Lending Act (TILA) and Regulation ZGramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and applicable state consumer privacy lawsTelephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse and multicultural environmentsHighly organized, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlinesProven ability to work independently with minimal supervisionWillingness to travel domestically and internationally as neededDon't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!What's In It For You:401(k) and Profit SharingFertility Benefits37.5 hour workweekMedical, Dental, VisionLife and AD&D InsuranceWellness ProgramShort-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)Long-Term DisabilityPayThe expected base salary range for this position is $185,000 - $215,000 per year.The final base salary offered will depend on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. This position may also be eligible for an annual incentive bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Job DetailsJob Type: Full TimeCategory: LegalSalaried: Salaried