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Head of Legal, Woven Capital

Woven By Toyota

Palo Alto, CA Uncategorized 2mos ago

Communications Manager, Woven Capital

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Palo Alto, CA PR / Communications 3mos ago

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Head of Legal, Woven Capital

Woven By Toyota · Palo Alto, CA

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Uncategorized Palo Alto, CA Ann Arbor, MI Brooklyn, NY Seattle, WA Posted Mar 5, 2026

Woven Capital is Toyota's growth-stage venture capital arm focused on advancing the future of mobility – how people, goods, information and energy move. We manage $1.6 billion, investing in companies that create new ways to support mobility and emerging technologies, advance the industrial value chain, and accelerate decarbonization and sustainability. Our work connects breakthrough innovators with Toyota's global platform, strengthening the company's capabilities today while creating new opportunities for tomorrow.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Woven Capital is seeking a highly experienced and strategically minded Head of Legal for our rapidly expanding global investment platform. This person will act as a strategic thought partner for the full leadership team. The Head of Legal will assume responsibility for several functions that are currently heavily outsourced to external counsel, including support of the investment process, negotiation of commercial agreements, corporate governance, compliance, and risk management, while overseeing and managing outside counsel relationships. Responsibilities include:

Commercial & strategic agreement negotiations

Lead negotiation of commercial agreements that accompany or follow investments.

Advise internal stakeholders on risk, enforceability, and global contracting standards.

Develop scalable templates and playbooks to streamline repeat transactions.

Investment execution & deal structuring

Lead all legal aspects of venture investments, including legal due diligence, term sheets, equity financing documents, shareholder agreements, side letters, and investor rights agreements.

Structure transactions to align financial returns with strategic objectives.

Partner with investment professionals on valuation, risk allocation, governance rights, and exit strategy.

Manage and coordinate external counsel efficiently and cost-effectively.

Portfolio support & value creation

Provide guidance on governance, board matters, follow-on financings, and liquidity events.

Support M&A, secondary transactions, and exit processes.

Help team navigate legal questions regarding portfolio companies with Toyota & its affiliates

Legal Operations & Corporate Governance

Oversee corporate policies, support in board matters, and internal approvals.

Manage NDAs, vendor agreements, contractor agreements, and employment-related matters (hiring, terminations, and employee documentation), in conjunction with the Woven by Toyota HR team.

Advise on privacy and data security compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable regulations).

Provide oversight on IP matters.

Advise on litigation exposure, product liability, commercial disputes, insurance, and risk mitigation.

Support securities matters, intercompany arrangements, and organizational structuring.

Partner closely with regional and corporate legal teams to ensure cross-jurisdictional alignment.

Engage with external counsel, regulators, and public authorities as required.

Advise on emerging legal and regulatory risks across jurisdictions.

Compliance and Risk Management

Oversee fund governance, LP agreements, and all other corporate compliance matters.

Ensure compliance with securities laws, antitrust regulations, FCPA, export controls, and data privacy laws.

Establish risk frameworks specific to corporate venture investing.

Manage conflicts of interest between the corporate parent, fund and portfolio companies.

Strategic Advisory & leadership

Advise senior leadership on the legal implications of innovation strategy and venture deployment.

Translate legal risk into clear, business-focused recommendations.

Serve as a strategic partner to the Investment Committee.

Build and scale legal infrastructure appropriate for a growing CVC platform.

Manage the legal budget and external counsel relationships.

Implement contract management systems and internal training to improve deal execution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

7-10+ years of relevant legal experience, including experience at a top-tier law firm and within a corporate environment such as a corporate venture capital arm, venture capital fund, private equity firm, or in-house at a technology company.

Exposure to venture-backed startups and emerging growth companies.

Significant experience negotiating complex commercial agreements.

Demonstrated experience leading commercial and investment negotiations directly (not solely managing outside counsel).

Experience with cross-border transactions and global regulatory considerations.

Experience working across multiple legal disciplines (e.g., corporate, commercial, governance, regulatory).

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a willingness to assume additional responsibilities as needed.

Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills; excellent time management with the ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments with a high degree of accuracy.

Comfortable operating within both structured corporate environments and fast-paced, startup-driven settings; demonstrates resourcefulness and agility.

Ability to build strong, trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Maintains focus and urgency while fostering a respectful and collaborative work environment.

Adapts well to changing priorities and navigates ambiguity with confidence.

Strong negotiation, drafting, and strategic problem-solving skills.

Demonstrates sound judgement and ability to reach decisions with focus on the bigger picture, results vs. task-oriented

NICE TO HAVES

Experience in auto/tech mobility sector

Fund formation

Experience in highly regulated

Experience managing outside counsel.

Fund of funds experience

Experience working in large multinational corporations

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA; Brooklyn, NY; and Seattle, WA, the base pay ranges from $250,000 to $300,000 per year.

Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.

・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage

・A rewarding 401k program

・Flexible vacation policy

・Family planning and care benefits

Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.

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Communications Manager, Woven Capital

Woven By Toyota · Palo Alto, CA

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PR / Communications Palo Alto, CA Seattle, WA Brooklyn, NY Posted Feb 18, 2026

The Opportunity

We're hiring a Communications Manager to elevate Woven Capital's brand story and support our portfolio companies through strategic storytelling, media relations and content development.

You'll partner with the investment team and portfolio company leaders on funding announcements, thought leadership and strategic communications that connect our innovation story with key stakeholders. You'll support our content strategy across social and internal platforms, shaping major brand moments and narratives that showcase how emerging technologies are advancing Toyota's transformation.

This role offers a unique opportunity for growth, combining the resources and reach of a global automotive leader with the pace and creativity of a venture firm. If you want to shape how the world understands the future Toyota is building, join us.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute integrated communications programs across global markets

Shape content strategy that showcases portfolio companies and industry insights

Design and produce programming and events that engage stakeholders and advance Toyota's innovation narrative

Build and maintain deep relationships with media outlets, industry influencers and stakeholders

Support internal communication efforts across Toyota stakeholders

Manage social media strategy and content development

QUALIFICATIONS:

7-10+ years of experience in PR, corporate communications, or media

Knowledge of the VC ecosystem and startup communications needs

Proven track record of launching and scaling communication programs, thought leadership initiatives, and strategic partnerships.

Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships across corporate partners, portfolio companies, and media

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with strong attention to detail

Passion for innovation and Toyota’s mission

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA; Brooklyn, NY; and Seattle, WA, the base pay ranges from $119,600 to $180,000 per year.

WHAT WE OFFER

・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage

・A rewarding 401k program

・Flexible vacation policy

・Family planning and care benefits

Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.

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Woven By Toyota

Head of Legal, Woven Capital

Commercial & strategic agreement negotiations

Investment execution & deal structuring

Portfolio support & value creation

Legal Operations & Corporate Governance

Compliance and Risk Management

Strategic Advisory & leadership

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

NICE TO HAVES

Communications Manager, Woven Capital

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QUALIFICATIONS:

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