The Senior Employment Counsel will lead xAI’s compliance program for state and federal employment laws, partnering with HR and cross‑functional teams to develop policies, conduct audits, and provide legal counsel on employment matters. Based in Palo Alto, CA, the role requires onsite presence and involves drafting and updating the employee handbook, advising on benefits compliance, and managing related projects. The position requires a JD from an ABA‑accredited law school, at least 10 years of employment law experience, admission to a U.S. bar, and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time. Compensation ranges from $176,000 to $264,000 USD and includes equity and comprehensive benefits.
Salary
USD 176,000 - 264,000
Requirements
Skills
JD from an ABA accredited school
10+ years of employment law experience
Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time
Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Responsibilities
Responsible for xAI’s compliance program for state and federal employment laws, such as meal period and rest breaks, bonus and benefits, timekeeping and payroll, discrimination, and harassment
Work closely with HR and other organizations to develop policies and procedures on employment matters affecting the Company, including accommodations, leaves of absence, onboarding, and drug and alcohol program
Conduct regular audits of xAI’s compliance program, policies, and procedures and work closely with cross‑functional teams to develop and track implementation of corrective actions
Provide legal counsel on employment separation matters, job classifications, background checks, and recruiting
Draft training, comment on training, and provide select training to people leaders
Responsible for OFCCP compliance reports and similar filings
Advise Benefits on compliance with relevant law, and review and provide comments on contracts for company benefits
Monitor labor, employment, and benefits law developments and advise HR and management of recommended changes
Own drafting and updating Employee Handbook
Manage other projects as required or assigned
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