Legal Manager

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Toyota Finance Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Toyota Finance Australia (TFA) is the country's largest automotive financier.  Our past gives us credibility and knowledge. But it's what the future holds, and how we can make the world a better place, that excites us. It's not just about technology but what it can do for people.

In Australia there are two separate businesses: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia (TMCA) and Toyota Finance Australia (TFA).  While we work closely together, TMCA focuses on vehicles and here at Toyota Finance Australia our priority is to provide finance, insurance and fleet management.

What you'll contribute to

The Legal Managers within the Legal Team are primarily responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction and effective management of the Legal team to ensure the provision of high-quality legal services and advice to the business

How you'll make an impact

  • Management: Assisting in leading and managing the legal team, including providing guidance, mentorship and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture, and managing the team's performance and development.
  • Legal Advisory: Providing and overseeing the provision of legal advice and support to various business units and functions, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property matters.
  • Legal Strategy: Assisting in developing and implementing legal strategies and policies that align with the company's objectives and support its business operations.
  • Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders within the company and externally, including senior management, other business units, and external counsel.
  • Legal Operations: Managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the legal team and ensuring that the team operates efficiently and effectively

Your attributes

  • Degree qualification or equivalent experience
  • 10 years' accumulative experience
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in law
  • Experience in financial services
  • Management experience
  • Excellent writing skills, well-developed communication, facilitation and presentation skills

Life at Toyota & What we offer you

We pride ourselves on a work culture that supports and rewards people. From development programs to recognition programs, we make sure everyone at Toyota Finance Australia lives their best possible life. After all, our people are our greatest assets.

Toyota Australia is well-recognised for offering:

  • Flexible hours and workspaces
  • Career Development
  • 26 weeks paid primary carers leave & 8 weeks paid parental leave for secondary carers
  • Wellness facilities & Employee Assistance Program (private coaching available to you and your family)
  • Paid volunteer days to support your community / Employee Community Grants Fund
  • Employee Car Benefit Scheme

Building a great place to work

You're welcome to find out more by visiting our careers page:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us and let us know your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.

Toyota is an endorsed employer for all women.  Please review Work180 website for further information.

Come with us and help create the future.

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