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 diverse, 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.To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who we are - TFS
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 a best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Legal Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Managing Counsel.
The primary responsibility of this role is to collaborate with the Privacy Legal team to develop, implement, and oversee the company’s privacy, cyber, and AI initiatives with an emphasis on negotiating contract terms related to these topics.
Reporting to the Privacy Managing Counsel, the person in this role will support the Legal department's objective of developing, implementing, and overseeing the company’s privacy, cyber, and AI initiatives.
What you’ll be doing
Develop, review, and negotiate privacy, cybersecurity, and AI terms for TFS contracts, including Data Protection Addendums for service provider and affiliate agreements.
Obtain a deep knowledge of TFS’s operations and use of Personal Information in the operations. Advise on compliant uses of P.I.
Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to better understand and be able to advise holistically on our products and relevant privacy and cybersecurity issues.
Keep apprised of new laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where TFS conducts business and advise on impact to business.
Assist in continuing to develop a comprehensive privacy program consistent with relevant laws.
Advise on other emergent and complex technology laws.
Strong drafting and negotiating skills with the ability to understand and simplify complex concepts and issues.
What you bring
Four-year college degree and JD required.
Privacy certification (i.e. IAPP) is required or required to be obtained within the first 18 months of employment.
2-5 years experience in the corporate field preferably in the privacy, data governance, and emerging technology space
Proficient in MS Office products
Conducting legal research
Excellent communicator in both verbal and written formats
Added bonus if you have
5-10 years of relevant work experience preferred
LexisNexis research and/or ChatGPT prompt engineer
Certification in Artificial Intelligence or Cybersecurity
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
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more
Flexible spending accounts
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.