Product Support Senior Specialist

POSITION: Product Support Senior Specialist 

RECRUITMENT SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $119,000*

LOCATION: Field based role - Irvine/Los Angeles Metro Area -Travel 80% in region 

REPORTS TO: Product Support Manager

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

Reporting to the Product Investigation Manager, you will be responsible for supporting all potential technical litigation activities. This includes retailer counseling on the lemon law, assisting Consumer Affairs and the CRC with potential lemon law issues, and assisting and supporting the Legal Department in technical litigation.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organization. Here’s what to expect:

• Provide technical assistance in determining whether a vehicle has a defect that qualifies for a repurchase under the lemon law
• Assist and support all aspects of the Dealer Facilitated Trade process including assisting with the required DFT paperwork and retailer inquiries
• Assist and support Consumer Affairs and the CRC with potential lemon law claims and vehicle repurchase requests
• Identify retailer process deficiencies
• Assist and support the Legal Department in all aspects of technical litigation
• Serve as JLRNA’s person most knowledgeable witness at deposition on vehicle technical issues and pre-litigation processes
• Attend mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Interface, coordinate, and work closely with outside counsel
• Provide an initial technical review of litigation
• Serve as a JLRNA trial witness
• Represent JLRNA in Small Claims Court
• Perform additional responsibilities as required

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years automotive experience
• Advanced knowledge of vehicle diagnostics
• Ability to gather, understand, and review DTCs, fault codes, and session files
• ASE Certification preferred, but not required
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills are essential
• Must be comfortable presenting to retailers, lawyers, judges, and juries
• Must have strong business acumen, and the ability to work with people at varying levels within the organization
• Familiar with the retailer warranty and service environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a high volume work environment with various demands
• Ability to function and perform in a fast paced environment

SO WHY US?

• As a people-first company, working at JLR means opportunity, teamwork, and growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job.
• Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded company
• Global Bonus Program based on company performance
• You are never just a number. We take pride in taking care of our employees doing everything we can to make sure that our teammates thrive both in and out of the office.
• Our employees receive a generous time off policy
• Job Assigned Vehicle
• Employees also receive generous health care and retirement plans
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• And more!

* Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized components, including location, skills, experience, and market factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus in addition to a full range of medical/health, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick/personal, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position”.

Thank you for your interest in working for us, we love it here and think you will too!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JLR North America, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.

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