Senior Counsel, Litigation

Description

Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide.

We’re a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you’ll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact—while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values‑driven environment. We’re proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups.

If you’re looking for a fast‑paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement. Apply today.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Senior Counsel, Litigation independently manages a portfolio of complex litigation and pre-litigation matters under the direction of the Senior Counsel, Consumer Advisory and Litigation. This role develops case strategies, directs outside counsel, coordinates discovery, negotiates resolutions, prepares settlement recommendations, monitors litigation data and budgets, and advises business partners on litigation risk. In addition, this role identifies litigation trends and recommends practical risk-mitigation and process improvements to the Litigation Lead and relevant stakeholders.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Litigation and Pre-Litigation Matter Management

  • Independently assess and manage a portfolio of complex consumer litigation and pre-litigation matters under the direction of the Senior Counsel – Consumer Advisory and Litigation Lead.

  • Develop and execute case strategies based on applicable facts, legal requirements, business considerations, and potential exposure.

  • Retain, direct, and evaluate outside counsel; review legal invoices and matter budgets for accuracy, reasonableness, and adherence to established expectations.

  • Conduct legal and factual research and analyze pleadings, claims, case law, statutes, regulations, and other relevant materials.

  • Lead and coordinate discovery activities with outside counsel and business partners, including document collection, responses, and related deadlines.

  • Engage in direct negotiations and other early-resolution efforts, as appropriate, before or during outside counsel involvement.

  • Develop case resolution and settlement proposals and provide recommendations to the Litigation Lead and appropriate management for review and approval.

  • Maintain accurate and timely matter records, documentation, status updates, and case-management data.

  • Provide functional guidance to litigation support staff regarding assigned matters and litigation processes.

• Litigation Reporting and Portfolio Administration

  • Prepare and deliver litigation reports, metrics, budget updates, and matter summaries to support oversight and informed decision-making.

  • Maintain accurate and current information within litigation and matter-management systems.

  • Monitor matter activity, deadlines, legal spend, and portfolio trends; escalate significant developments to the Litigation Lead.

• Litigation Risk and Process Improvement

  • Identify recurring claims, emerging litigation trends, and potential areas of legal or operational risk.

  • Provide practical recommendations to the Litigation Lead, Legal and Compliance partners, and relevant business stakeholders.

  • Support the development and implementation of process, control, training, or policy improvements intended to reduce litigation exposure.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in civil litigation as outside and/or in-house counsel, including independently managing complex matters, developing case strategy, overseeing discovery, negotiating resolutions, and preparing settlement or case-disposition recommendations.

• Experience retaining and directing outside counsel and overseeing litigation budgets and legal spend.

• Experience in consumer finance, financial services, consumer protection, or another regulated industry; auto finance experience preferred.

• Experience advising on federal and state consumer-finance and consumer-protection laws and regulations, including TILA, GLBA, FCRA, FACTA, SCRA, FDCPA, TCPA, UDAP, privacy, and information security requirements – and applying them in an auto finance or another regulated consumer financial services environment is preferred.

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• Admission to the California State Bar preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of civil litigation and applicable consumer finance, consumer protection, privacy, and information-security laws and regulations.

• Strong legal research, analysis, issue-spotting, risk assessment, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to independently evaluate complex matters and develop practical litigation and resolution strategies.

• Sound judgment in balancing legal risk, business priorities, cost, and operational considerations.

• Ability to clearly communicate complex legal issues, direct outside counsel, and influence business partners.

• Strong organization and technology skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters, budgets, deadlines, and litigation reporting.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE

At HCA, our people drive our success. That’s why we offer a competitive rewards package that supports your health, financial future, and overall wellbeing—at work and beyond.

Benefits Highlights

• Hybrid flexibility – 4 days in office, 1 day remote

• Vehicle perks – monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans

• Employer-funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one

• 100% company-paid life and disability insurance

• Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources

• Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning

• Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor

Because great benefits help you thrive—personally and professionally.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our culture, visit our careers page.

OTHER DETAILS

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace—because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.

California Privacy Notice

This notice only applies to our applicants who reside in the State of California.

The latest version of our Privacy Policy can be found here. This Privacy Policy provides you with notice, at or before the point of collection, about the categories of personal information to be collected from you, the purposes for which your personal information is collected or used, and whether that information is sold or shared, so that you can exercise meaningful control over our use of your personal information. We are providing this notice to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (“CCPA”).

If you have any questions about CCPA regarding California residents or HCA team members, please contact the Privacy Team at Privacy2@hcs.com.

Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine

Work Locations: Headquarters 1 3161 Michelson Dr. Ste 1900 Irvine 92612

Job: Legal

Job Type: Regular

Overtime Status: Exempt

Schedule: Full-time

Minimum Salary: $: 200,000.00

Maximum Salary: $: 320,000.00

Job Posting: Oct 26, 2026