Sr. Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation

SpaceX•Palo Alto, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation position represents SpaceX in a variety of litigation matters in the United States and internationally, with a primary focus on labor and employment. The role may also handle consumer, contractual, commercial, and other legal disputes. The position is based onsite in Palo Alto, California; remote work is not considered. Travel is approximately 10% of the time, and extended hours and weekends may be required as needed.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
At least 7 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Experience litigating labor and employment disputes.
Admission to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. state.
Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, refugee, asylee, or authorization eligibility requirements under ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading labor and employment litigation in court, arbitration, and administrative proceedings such as EEOC and NLRB proceedings.
Meaningful first- or second-chair trial experience.
Specialized knowledge of California labor and employment law; knowledge of Texas, Florida, or Washington State law is also helpful.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience representing high-growth companies, either in-house or through client relationships.
Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with other business groups and/or clients.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Responsibilities

Manage all facets of litigation, with a focus on labor and employment disputes and opportunities to handle consumer, contractual, commercial, or other legal disputes.
Conduct internal investigations.
Support discovery efforts and draft and review discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and briefs.
Direct litigation strategy and negotiate settlements.
Identify legal risks and mitigate them by designing and implementing controls.

Benefits

Potential long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation.
Ten or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave under Company policy.