Full-Time

Associate Corporate Counsel

Posted on 2/4/2025

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz

10,001+ employees

Luxury vehicle sales, leasing, and services

Compensation Overview

$135k - $168.8kAnnually

Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Sunnyvale, CA, USA

This hybrid role requires on-site attendance four (4) days per week at our Silicon Valley headquarters, which will be relocating from Sunnyvale to North San Jose in April 2025. Relocation assistance is not available.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to and current good standing with the bar of at least one state (California or Michigan preferred) or the District of Columbia.
  • 2-4 years of experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm or an in-house legal department, ideally in a tech, automotive, or engineering-related industries.
  • Proven ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable, business-oriented advice.
  • Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Committed to fostering positive and respectful relationships internally and externally.
  • Proactive, hands-on attitude, embracing tasks of all sizes with enthusiasm and drive.
Responsibilities
  • Provide legal counsel and strategic advice to engineering and product development teams, ensuring that legal considerations are integrated into the design, development, and deployment of new technologies.
  • Negotiate, draft, and review commercial contracts including tech licensing agreements, service agreements, procurement/vendor agreements, NDAs, development agreements, proofs of concept, evaluation and technology transfer agreements.
  • Work with internal teams to manage the protection, commercialization, and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) in the development and operation of our products and services.
  • Provide advice on employment law matters, including employee relations, investigations, and workplace policies.
  • Provide litigation support, including fact gathering, development of litigation strategy, outside counsel management, and internal litigation tracking.
  • Advise on legal issues related to AI, including ethical considerations, IP, and proposed legislation and regulations. Conduct legal research on new and emerging technologies and issues impacting the company. Provide risk assessments and practical legal solutions to business challenges.
  • Provide legal counsel on a wide variety of corporate matters, including corporate governance, operations, regulatory compliance, and corporate policies.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a global tech company
  • Experience with legal issues surrounding AI and autonomous vehicles
  • Law firm experience
  • CIPP/US (Privacy) certification
  • Familiarity with litigation

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) operates in the luxury automotive industry, focusing on high-end vehicles such as sedans, SUVs, and electric models under the Mercedes-Benz and AMG brands. The company generates revenue through direct vehicle sales, leasing agreements, and after-sales services like maintenance and repairs. Additionally, MBUSA offers a range of branded lifestyle merchandise, including apparel and collectibles, which helps to enhance brand loyalty. Unlike many competitors, MBUSA also actively engages in compliance and regulatory activities, ensuring that its vehicles meet environmental standards, as seen in its recent settlement regarding emissions control systems. The goal of MBUSA is to provide premium vehicles and related products to a diverse clientele while maintaining a strong commitment to compliance and customer satisfaction.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1970

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for luxury electric SUVs benefits Mercedes-Benz's electric GLC SUV launch.
  • The RIDEVU app enhances in-car entertainment, appealing to tech-savvy consumers.
  • Partnership with Malaysia Airlines boosts brand visibility in luxury travel.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Tesla and Rivian in the electric vehicle market.
  • Past emissions issues may affect brand reputation and sales.
  • Vehicle recalls could lead to financial losses and damage consumer trust.

What makes Mercedes-Benz unique

  • Mercedes-Benz offers a diverse range of luxury electric and traditional vehicles.
  • The partnership with Nvidia enhances Mercedes-Benz's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
  • Mercedes-Benz's lifestyle merchandise strengthens brand loyalty and generates additional revenue.

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Benefits

Wellness Program

Medical Insurance Plans

401k match

Parental Leave

Employee vehicle program

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