Description:

Job Description:
About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers' products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary:
The Corporate Counsel Supervisor - Contracts will provide comprehensive legal support to the organization's U.S operations, with a primary focus on commercial contacts, regulatory compliance, and risk management. This role will partner closely with internal business units to ensure legal matters are handles in alignment with corporate policies, industry regulations, and business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience supporting automotive, logistics, or supply chain operations within a complex, multinational corporate environment.

Responsibilities:

Draft, review, negotiate, and administer a broad range of commercial agreements including:

Master Service Agreements
(MSAs) Transportation, Logistics, and Warehousing Agreements
Vendor, Supplier, and Customer Contracts
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and contract amendments
Provide legal advice to business leaders on contractual terms, risk exposure, and compliance matters
Support legal needs related to automotive logistics, transportation, distribution, and supply chain operations
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as internal corporate policies and procedures
Partner with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, finance, HR, and sales to support business initiatives
Assist with corporate governance, internal controls, and policy development
Manage and support the contract life cycle process, including contract templates, approvals, and documentation
Coordinate with and manage outside counsel as needed, to ensure effective and cost-efficient legal support
Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to the automotive and logistics industries and provide guidance to internal stakeholder
Significant involvement in the placing of insurance coverages and working with insurance companies

Assist in overseeing employment and other litigation

Assist with drafting company policies
Special projects assigned
Other duties as assigned

Compensation Range:
$74,000 - $84,000 Per Year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits of working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
Pet Insurance
Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
401(k) with Generous Matching
Referral Bonuses*
Auto Allowance*
Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
Discretionary Bonuses*
Tuition Reimbursement*

Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills:

Strong understanding of California employment laws Required
Active license to practice law in California Required
Commercial contract drafting and negotiation Required
Strong understanding of contract risk allocation and commercial legal principles Required
Ability to provide clear practical legal guidance in a fast paced environment
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Required
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Required
Familiarity with transportation regulations, UCC, and commercial compliance Preferred
Experience working within a structured, policy driven corporate organization Preferred

Education & Experience:

Juris Doctorate Required
5 - 8 Years of experience in law firm and/or in-house legal counsel Required
6 - 9 Years of experience in law firm, In-house legal counsel, and legal contracts management Preferred
License to practice law in California Required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
Possibility of domestic travel - 10%
Stand/walk
Carry/lift up to 15 pounds

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

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
This position will be located in the Irvine, CA office
Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.