Associate General Counsel, Regulatory and Legislative Strategy

Overview 

The Associate General Counsel for Regulatory and Legislative Strategy reports to the Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs and will serve as the primary counsel to the Government and Regulatory Affairs teams on policy and regulatory issues. In this role, the position will provide counsel on new legislation and existing statutes, coordinate Scout Motors' compliance strategy across government regulations, and lead development and execution of Scout Motors' legal strategy related to emerging regulatory trends. This role will lead the Regulatory & Legislative Legal function, establish and manage functional priorities in alignment with the Vice President's direction, and guide execution of regulatory and legislative legal plans across the organization. 

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead and manage the Regulatory & Legislative Legal team, establishing priorities, allocating work, developing team capabilities, and ensuring effective execution of the function's objectives. 
• Supervise the team responsible for internal legal counsel support on regulatory and legislative policy issues, including advising on pending legislation and overseeing the preparation, drafting, and submission of regulatory filings and other documents with applicable governmental agencies. 
• Manage Scout Motors' in-house experts on legal and regulatory issues related to Scout Motors' direct-to-consumer sales model, including dealer franchise laws, statutes related to service, financial licensing, and other state laws impacting sales and service operations. 
• Contribute to the development of Legal and Government & Regulatory Affairs plans and objectives and translate approved strategy into functional priorities, work plans, and execution. 
• Advise internal clients, including Engineering, Commercial Operations, Purchasing, EHS, and management, on innovative strategies to meet emerging regulatory issues and reporting requirements. 
• Ensure Scout Motors has processes in place to comply with U.S. and foreign laws and regulations impacting Scout Motors' vehicles, components, and technology, including maintaining an up-to-date knowledge database and reporting system. 
• Through research, analysis, strategic advice, collaboration with other team members, and external advocacy, establish Scout Motors as a thought leader on significant regulatory matters. 
• Advise executive management regarding material risks, requirements, and opportunities related to the automotive regulatory environment. 
• Make appropriate operational and administrative decisions for the assigned functional area within established corporate processes and escalate matters requiring executive or broader enterprise decision-making. 
• Evaluate complex regulatory and legislative issues spanning multiple business functions and guide execution of legal strategies designed to protect compliance, market access, business operations, and long-term company objectives. 
• Conduct research and analysis to support the Legal Team and other internal clients in identifying relevant laws, regulations, and precedents. 
• Build relationships and communicate regularly with regulators such as NHTSA, EPA, CARB, and other federal and state agencies, including in connection with investigations and inquiries. 
• Participate as the legal regulatory expert on internal investigative, safety-reporting, and compliance working groups. 
• Engage and manage appropriate outside resources, including outside counsel, to support regulatory matters and establish priorities for the effective deployment of external legal resources. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. 
• This role requires regular attendance in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to one or more applicable state bars. 
• 12-18 years of experience in regulatory, safety and/or product liability law, including in-house experience and significant automotive-industry experience. 
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and best practices relating to automotive regulatory compliance. 
• Proven track record providing legal counsel and support on significant automotive regulatory matters. 
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with senior and executive leadership and significant external stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience building, developing, managing, and setting priorities for a team of legal professionals. 
• Ability to evaluate complex cross-functional legal and regulatory issues and translate functional strategy into practical plans, priorities, and decisions. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex legal issues and provide practical solutions. 
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple significant priorities and deadlines. 

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $200,000.00 - $245,000.00

Internal leveling code: M6