VEX Legislation Specialist

Our client, a leading player in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a VEX Legislation Specialist on a contract basis. This position serves as the key communication link and first point of contact between the legislation team and the R&D functions. The VEX Legislation Specialist will work collaboratively with developers and legislative experts to understand and communicate the technical implications of new or amended legislation.

This role can be Outside IR35

Previous experience with international law in Connectivity field, data protection & Telematics in the Automotive domain.

• Distributing regulatory and legislative information to the affected engineers or functional managers.
• Assessing and interpreting new or amended legislation in consultation with the VKO, department FO, and subject matter experts.
• Providing feedback from departments to the VKO after consultation with engineers concerning legislation.
• Establishing and maintaining networks across the company and with expert bodies to clarify the impact and resolve open points in the legislation.
• Establishing and maintaining Project Specific Legislation Roadmaps (PSLR) in line with PEP gateways.

• Experience working within the automotive industry or a related sector.
• Experience in vehicle development programs, from launch through to production.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Leadership and facilitation skills for resolving inconsistencies in legislation or its interpretation.
• Strong technical understanding of vehicle regulation and legislation, with the ability to coach or guide others effectively.
• Ability to absorb technical documentation and extract key information for presentation or communication.
• Good business awareness and the ability to make and influence strategic decisions within a business context.
• Good knowledge of engineering or regulatory processes with an established network of contacts in the field.
• Capability to act as a contact for engineers who have questions about vehicle legislation or regulations in relation to their designs.
• Understanding and ability to demonstrate behaviours in line with the company's People Framework.

If you have the required expertise and are ready for an exciting new challenge in the automotive industry, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team as a VEX Legislation Specialist.