Senior Director, Global Labor and Employment Counsel

About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

Discover what it’s like to help build the fueling network of the future - check out our Engineering Blog.

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General Counsel

What you will be doing

We are seeking an outstanding attorney with 12+ years of experience in global labor and employment law to join our dynamic legal team as Senior Director, Global Labor and Employment Counsel. 

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join ChargePoint as its first employment attorney, reporting to the General Counsel. This person will join a talented and collaborative legal team. This role will have a tremendous opportunity to partner with ChargePoint’s people team to positively impact and influence ChargePoint’s inclusive and dynamic culture.

The position will be responsible for building and leading our global labor and employment compliance programs and analyzing legal requirements and providing guidance on applicable labor and employment laws globally.   As a cross-functional team member, you will work with multiple stakeholders and advise  on a wide variety of matters. This position requires a team player who is business oriented and will provide exceptional work product in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Provide pragmatic, risk-based advice to ChargePoint’s People team and business leaders on all day-to-day aspects of employment-related matters (recruiting, hiring, contingent workers, diversity and inclusion, wage and hour, compensation, leaves of absence, performance management, employee relations and investigations, terminations)
• Partner closely with ChargePoint’s People team on employee relations matters to ensure prompt and thorough follow-through
• Partner closely with ChargePoint’s People team to establish and implement investigatory strategy/approach, corrective action measures and employee discipline processes.
• Provide oversight of international employment matters, including employment contracts and works council matters
• Partner with ChargePoint’s People team to build scalable processes and templates
• Provide ChargePoint’s People team with guidance on ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, and ERISA matters
• Maintain current knowledge of local and state laws as it relates to entities where ChargePoint has an established business and people presence.
• Draft and edit key employment-related documents (offer letters, agreements, severance plans, etc.)
• Anticipate and identify legal risks related to employment policies and decisions, and propose creative and effective solutions to address those risks
• Monitor and analyze regulations, case law and legal and policy developments relevant to employment law, as well as evolving best practices
• Conduct employee training on harassment, performance management, and other topics
• Manage administrative charges with local agencies and assist in employment litigation matters and employment-related disputes
• Manage business critical legal, employment and compliance projects on an as needed basis
• Manage outside counsel on labor and employment matters, as necessary
• Assist with special projects, as needed

What you will bring to ChargePoint

• 12+ years of relevant experience in employment law (preferably a combination of law firm and in-house practice)
• Position requires a Juris Doctorate and strong preference for membership in good standing with a state bar.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex legal issues in non-legal language
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple deadlines
• A good sense of humor and ability to influence
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Professionalism, integrity, good judgment and respect for confidentiality
• A flexible, can-do attitude that makes you willing (and excited!) to take on new, unfamiliar tasks
• Strong organizational and project management skills, an ownership mindset, and the drive and desire to work in a face-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Experience collaborating with key diverse stakeholders
• Top tier legal and business judgment with the ability to quickly assess risk and prioritize
• Enjoy collaborating with no ego in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience in a global business environment
• Ability to deliver strong results with limited resources, under tight deadlines

Location

Campbell, CA

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $182,500 to $287,750. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. 
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