Senior Regulatory Compliance Counsel

Responsibilities

• Advise on vehicle emissions, fuel economy, and on-board diagnostics regulatory compliance, including EPA, CAFE, and CARB regulations.
• Provide legal guidance on facilities and operations environmental compliance, including permitting, hazardous materials, and chemical content.
• Advise on vehicle safety, connectivity, and autonomous vehicle regulatory schemes.
• Support internal product quality investigations and assist with the implementation of recalls and field actions.
• Represent the company during government inquiries and investigations, ensuring robust and transparent responses to regulators.
• Collaborate with technical affairs teams and industry associations to influence policy and rulemaking positions.
• Negotiate contract provisions related to regulatory compliance and provide preventative training to diverse internal client groups.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including autonomous responsibility in a relevant practice area.
• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in a state bar or eligibility for TN Bar admission/TN In-House Counsel registration.
• Expertise in environmental, product safety, or autonomous vehicle law.
• Proficiency in legal research and MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Eligibility for U.S. government authorizations required for access to export-controlled technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience in a law firm or within a Federal or State regulatory agency.
• Prior experience serving as in-house counsel.
• Familiarity with NHTSA and HAZMAT regulatory schemes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and mental health coverage.
• Parental leave and retirement savings plans.
• Unique Nissan perks, including vehicle lease and purchase programs.
• Opportunities for career growth, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement.

About the Company

Nissan is an innovation company dedicated to shaping the future of mobility. With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, we combine performance, safety, and style to enrich the lives of our customers and employees worldwide.