Manager, Licensing

What’s Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by placing a focus on putting the right customer, in the right vehicle, on the right terms and on their path to ownership.

The DriveTime Family of Brands spans across DriveTime, Bridgecrest and SilverRock.  You can find us at the intersection of technology and innovation as we use our proprietary tools and over two decades of industry knowledge to redefine the process of purchasing, financing, and protecting your vehicle. 

That’s Nice, But What’s the Job?

In short, the Licensing Manager is responsible for overseeing the timely renewal and ongoing regulatory compliance of business licenses, registrations, and certifications across multiple jurisdictions and industries. This includes used motor vehicle dealer related, sales finance, account servicing, and ancillary product related licenses, to name a few. This role is crucial in ensuring the organization and its employees maintain all required authorizations to operate legally and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a proactive approach to regulatory compliance, and experience of working with state and local licensing agencies.

In long, the Licensing Manager is responsible for:

• Responsible for training and supervision of individuals responsible for managing the full lifecycle of licenses and registrations across federal, state and local jurisdictions. This includes applications, renewals, terminations and regulatory filings.
• Conduct thorough licensing audits ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage the use of a proprietary system used for tracking license information and renewal deadlines, ensuring licensing records are up to date.
• Oversee timely and accurate submissions of renewal applications and associated documentation to prevent lapses or penalties.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Legal, Compliance, Operations, etc.) and external regulatory agencies to support licensing needs for market expansion, business initiatives and new product launches.
• Communicate progress on key licensing initiatives, challenges and successes to leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor changes in licensing regulations and communicate potential impacts to the organization.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operational processes, creating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Build strong relationships with both internal and external contacts driving seamless licensing operations.
• Support internal and external regulatory requests by preparing and providing accurate documentation.

So What Kind of Folks Are We Looking for?

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to talk and write with confidence, charisma, and competence for a wide variety of audiences including management.
• A mind for the details.  Okay we know “detail-oriented” is on about every job description – but we really mean it! 
• Agile in a fast-paced environment. We move, and we move quickly.  Thriving in an environment that never stops, is a must and you’ll need to be able to learn quickly.
• Plays well with others.  You will be working in a high-functioning team environment.  We work together in order to win together.
• Organization and time management skills. You will be handling multiple projects and deadlines that will require you to prioritize then re-prioritize.
• Mastering of managing. You’ll need the ability to effectively manage processes and work through ambiguity.

The Specifics.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Public Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 1-3+ years of experience in licensing, compliance, or regulatory affairs, with a focus on Consumer Finance, Ancillary, or Motor Vehicle Dealer Licensing.
• 1+ Years of experience in a management or leadership role, such as supervising staff, leading a project, or managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and license management software/tools

So What About the Perks? Perks matter

• We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in-person and work-from-home environments. This position has an on-site expectation of a minimum of three days a week.
• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage. 
• But Wait, There’s More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow!  But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement. We’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we’ll put our money where our mouth is.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green.  We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!

• In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early, take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!
• Give Us a Reason (or not), and We’ll Celebrate.  Regardless of whether there is a holiday or not, we are finding ways to kick back and enjoy each other’s company outside of day-to-day work.
• Smart-Casual Dress. Come dressed in jeans (you’ll fit right in with the rest of us).

• Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard!  Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days, holidays, and good ole' fashioned YOU time!  For our Part-timers, don't fear you get some time too...vacation time is available - the more you work, the more you earn!

Anything Else?  Absolutely.

DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here.  We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards, but we’ll save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don’t forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we’ll stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment!