Legal Counsel - Labor & Employment

Company Description

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel  to join our dynamic legal team in Auburn Hills, USA. As a key member of our Law Americas Team, your core responsibilities include:

 

• Provide day-to-day legal advice to HR and management regarding U.S. employment practices, workplace issues, and compliance obligations.
• Advise on federal, state, and local employment laws, including: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Title VII and other anti-discrimination laws, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA),  the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA),  the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), OSHA and workplace safety requirements, State leave, wage and hour, and employment regulations.
• Analyze legal and regulatory developments and provide guidance on business impact and implementation requirements.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the HR organization, management and governance functions to ensure  policy development and compliance, employee relations & performance management,
• Conduct or oversee internal investigations involving employment, ethics, and workplace conduct concerns.
• Manage outside counsel on litigation and administrative matters as appropriate.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Juris Doctorate Degree with a license to practice law in the United States.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a legal professional in a corporation, law firm or both, preferably with an international perspective.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Labor and Employment laws.
• Significant experience advising HR and management on employee relations matters, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, wage and hour matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Experience supporting multi-state U.S. operations.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
• AUMOVIO may offer relocation assistance for this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT :

• Manufacturing industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the automotive industry is preferred.
• Experience managing litigation is preferred.

Additional Information

THE PERKS 

• Immediate Benefits 
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. AUMOVIO offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, AUMOVIO complies with government regulations, where they apply, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which AUMOVIO has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, AUMOVIO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. ​Make it yours! ​Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.​

EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. AUMOVIO offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, AUMOVIO complies with government regulations, where they apply, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which AUMOVIO has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, AUMOVIO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. ​Make it yours! ​Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.​