Counsel, International Corporate

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Counsel to join the International Corporate Legal Team. This pivotal role will support the establishment and maintenance of legal operations worldwide, aligning with Tesla's global growth strategies and initiatives. Based in Austin, Texas, USA, this position reports directly to the Associate General Counsel, International Corporate Legal, located in Amsterdam. The role involves close collaboration with a dynamic team of attorneys and paralegals across regions including the USA, EMEA, and APAC, as part of the broader Tesla Legal Team. What You'll Do

Support compliance with corporate governance obligations for all Tesla non-US foreign subsidiaries, working with local counsel to ensure affiliates remain in good standing and meet necessary formalities such as board meetings and timely filing of annual accounts

Prepare and maintain corporate compliance documentation for Tesla foreign subsidiaries, drafting legal documents including board resolutions, intercompany funding agreements, and powers of attorney, while managing execution, filing, and organization in internal document management systems

Maintain and update the legal entity organizational chart, providing abbreviated or certified versions to internal stakeholders and third parties as needed

Assist in forming new legal entities, managing signing authorities, board composition changes, and registered address updates, while developing detailed step plans for establishing legal and operational presence in new markets across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas

Support execution of M&A transactions, new ventures, and entity integration or rationalization efforts

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders across global regions to ensure seamless legal support

Provide comprehensive corporate legal administrative support to the Associate General Counsel, including document production, meeting coordination, minute recording, and maintaining organized records of correspondence and team-related legal work

What You'll Bring

Juris Doctor (JD), licensed and in good standing to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction

Minimum 5 years of corporate legal experience with a focus on corporate governance and subsidiary maintenance

Experience within a law firm or in-house corporate legal department

Exposure to global compliance and international corporate governance preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines

Proven ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision in a demanding environment

Compensation and Benefits Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program