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Associate General Counsel

The Shyft Group
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Novi
41280 Bridge Street (Show on map)
Jul 21, 2025
Associate General Counsel \| The Shyft Group (TSG) \| Novi, MI Regular Employee \| Salary Exempt Overview As the Associate General Counsel based in Novi, MI, you will be instrumental in managing and coordinating the legal affairs of Aebi Schmidt Group and our subsidiaries. Your focus areas include contract review and negotiation, litigation management, real estate leasing transactions, intellectual property portfolio management, continuous improvement of legal processes, and addressing requests for legal assistance initiated across the company. Core Responsibilities Prepare, negotiate, and review commercial agreements with customers, suppliers, and other business partners Coordinate and supervise claims and litigation, including management of outside counsel Handle quality and warranty matters for customers and regulatory agencies Negotiate and document real estate leases related to the company's operations Train business teams on key legal topics Manage the Company's intellectual property portfolio Implement and improve legal processes, risk management, and legal functions Provide legal support for corporate development projects Perform counseling and legal research related to compliance and business-relevant topics Learn more about Aebi Schmidt Group by exploring the *Learn More* section below. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution License to practice law in at least one state (preferably Michigan) Three or more (3+) years of corporate firm or in-house experience Detail-oriented and the ability to communicate effectively Robust organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills A track record of handling multiple projects effectively and meeting deadlines Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities *Learn More* Aebi Schmidt Group: Main Website - Company News - The Shyft Group to merge with Aebi Schmidt - Employee Testimonials - Sustainability - Join Our Talent Community - Follow The Shyft Group on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube Why The Shyft Group? Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally. Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference! Who we are The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, Builtmore, and Independent Truck Upfitters- are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada. Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we're leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com. The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.