Senior Paralegal

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

This position is based in Plano, Texas; candidates must reside within commutable distance of the location.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
• Proficiency in NetDocuments or similar document management systems

Benefits

• 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)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)