Senior Paralegal

Overview

Who we are

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 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.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, 'job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota Financial Savings Bank is searching for a highly motivated, self-directed, and experienced Senior Paralegal who will participate in building out the bank’s Legal Department.

The successful candidate will provide legal support in the areas of: corporate governance; contract reviews; licensing; handling service of process; legal research and writing; legislative tracking; responding to corporate due diligence requests; creating and maintaining legal process and procedure documentation, database, checklists and other tools for the legal team and the business; and general legal operations functions.

The successful candidate will report to the Managing Counsel and support the General Counsel, TFSB attorneys, and provide backup coverage to other TFSB paralegals.

This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist the General Counsel with corporate documentation and other materials

related to the Board of Directors

• Assist with legal filings, litigation, and subpoena processes

• Review bills and new laws and regulations for relevance to TFSB business and

strategy, and document analysis in the tracking system

• Support contract reviews; review legal processes and help to coordinate

responses; legal research and writing projects as assigned; create and maintain

legal processes and procedures, tools, and checklists

• Assist the TFSB Legal Team with business licensing and other necessary filings, including providing support for new licensing research, keeping licensing

information and documentation organized for successive renewals, and

management of service of process

• Provide general assistance to TFSB attorneys

• Provide additional support and backup to other paralegals’ areas of assignment to ensure sufficient coverage of legal operations

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree

• 8+ years of experience working as a Paralegal within the banking or financial

services industry or supporting a law firm department representing the banking or financial services industry.

• Paralegal Certificate.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

• Proficiency in NetDocuments or the like.

Added bonus if you have

• Corporate governance experience

• Transaction experience

• Licensing experience

• Regulatory change review

• Litigation and subpoena processing

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 (if applicable)

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

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 [email protected] .