Description:
Overview:Who We Are:
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, 'job flexibility benefits' (also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability), etc. now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.
Who We're Looking for:
Toyota's Legal Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Managing Counsel – Insurance.
The primary responsibility of this role is to provide legal counsel and strategic advice to the executive leadership team of Toyota's insurance affiliate, Toyota Insurance Management Solutions USA, LLC, (TIMS) and related entities.
Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, this role requires a seasoned legal professional with deep insurance industry expertise who can provide strategic legal advice, risk analysis, and counsel to support business objectives. The successful candidate will lead legal initiatives and collaborate across the organization to mitigate risk and drive compliance.
This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Provide expert legal advice and risk analysis on insurance-related matters to TIMS, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
- Serve as a strategic legal leader, partnering with senior management to develop and implement policies, strategies, and solutions that support business growth and risk mitigation.
- Handle day-to-day responsibilities and issues related to corporate governance, insurance regulatory, licensing and compliance matters, usage-based insurance programs, data privacy, marketing, corporate transactions, intellectual property matters, litigation matters and employment matters.
- Oversee and coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, compliance audits, and litigation related to insurance operations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex insurance contracts, agreements, and corporate documents to protect the company's interests and minimize legal exposure.
What you bring:
- Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Admission to any U.S. state bar, in good standing, and able to obtain license to practice law in Texas
- Experience with insurance and optional vehicle protection products
- Skills/Hands on Technical proficiency: Microsoft Office and related products
Added bonus if you have:
Automotive industry experience
What We'll Bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
