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What to Expect
Tesla is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Sr. Counsel with a minimum of 10+ years of employment law experience, who is well-versed in California employment laws. This attorney will be responsible for providing strategic, high-level employment legal advice and guidance to various internal business and HR teams. Key to this role will be to get out ahead of any potential issues, assess and manage employment law risk, and offer practical, creative solutions to business partners.
<br> This position requires a strong work ethic, including experience in managing a large number of internal requests, outstanding time management skills and the ability to prioritize a heavy workload efficiently.
What You’ll Do
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<li> Provide legal advice and guidance on all aspects of employment law including but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, leave and disability accommodation, workers compensation, non-competition, employee benefits and other employment related issues</li>
<li> Advise on and participate in the resolution of employment-related disputes and investigations</li>
<li> Work on ad hoc legal employment law related projects, including but not limited to offer letters, policies, trainings, templates and processes</li>
<li> Support the HR teams by handling compliance, employee issues, internal investigations, audits, pre-dispute conflicts and labor matters.</li>
<li> Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements, policies, and procedures</li>
<li> Handle legal demand letters and other disputes.</li>
<li> Lead and collaborate with cross-functional partners on complex projects to sustain and enhance employment law compliance across multiple jurisdictions</li>
<li> Develop and conduct training for managers and employees on employment-related topics</li>
<li> Work closely with specialized outside counsel to manage risk and ensure that internal partners receive effective, business-focused employment law support</li>
<li> Provide legal guidance and training on employment and labor issues to HR and management</li>
<li> Perform other duties as assigned by management</li>
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What You’ll Bring
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<li> Member in good standing with the California bar or ability to register as an in-house counsel</li>
<li> Minimum of 7-8 years of relevant legal experience with a focus on employment law, including experience in a senior legal role in-house. California and employment experience required</li>
<li> Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school</li>
<li> Extensive experience advising on sophisticated HR issues, both in house and law firm</li>
<li> Ability to provide practical legal advice tailored to the client business and legal support on multi-jurisdictional issues/projects</li>
<li> Flexible, well-organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced technology environment</li>
<li> Ability and desire to work independently and with little oversight is a must</li>
<li> Ability to make fast and sound decisions</li>
<li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li> Organizational and planning skills with the capacity to simultaneously handle a variety of complex matters under strict deadlines and pressure</li>
<li> Ability to form strong working relationship with internal business partners and participate in and influence the decision-making process while maintaining firm adherence to legal standards and company’s policies and positions</li>
<li> Ability to manage and supervise other legal staff</li>
<li> Client counseling experience required, and employment litigation experience preferred</li>
<li> Experience advising clients on Canada and/or Mexico labor and employment laws, with or without assistance from local counsel is preferred</li>
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Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
<br> Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
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<li>Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction</li>
<li>Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits</li>
<li>Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution</li>
<li>Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA</li>
<li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</li>
<li>LGBTQ+ care concierge services</li>
<li>401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits</li>
<li>Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Back-up childcare and parenting support resources</li>
<li>Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance</li>
<li>Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs</li>
<li>Tesla Babies program</li>
<li>Commuter benefits</li>
<li>Employee discounts and perks program</li>
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Expected Compensation
<br> $172,000 - $431,640/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
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<br> Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
<br> Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.