About this role
Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!
The Legal Director, Disputes will be responsible for strategic management of litigation, claims, disputes, investigations and training for DAA
Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid
Your Responsibilities:
• Strategic management of litigation, claims, disputes, and investigations
• Counsels and collaborates with business and functional colleagues to investigate and handle claims and resolve potential disputes
• Offers clear and effective counsel on a variety of legal issues
• Develops and improves policies and guidelines
• Develops and provides legal training on various topics to company personnel
• Works collaboratively and effectively with DAA Legal Department colleagues, external counsel, internal business and functional teams, risk management, and insurance carriers
• Works collaborative and effectively with Legal Department colleagues in Daikin Americas entities, seeking opportunities to align on consistent approaches and policies
• Anticipates, researches, and communicates regarding legal issues that could impact the company
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Your Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor
• 5+ years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house experience working on litigation, claims, disputes, and investigations
• 5+ years experience with manufacturing or construction (preferred)
• Works within knowledge
• Works on highly complex matters impacting variety of business units
• Ensures work aligns with Company strategies and objectives
• Adheres to Daikin's Code of Business Conduct, core values, corporate policies, procedures and standards
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong research and drafting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills including problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and develop and maintain positive relationships with others are all levels inside and outside the Company
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of e-billing and matter management software (preferred)
Your Benefits:
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $142,600.00 - $250,900.00 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!