Sr. Paralegal, Employment Litigation

Tesla is seeking a talented Sr. Paralegal to join our Employment Litigation Team. The ideal candidate will have technical acumen and experience with various types of employment litigation, including wage and hour claims, discrimination, harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination claims, HR policies and processes, and internal investigations. The position will report directly to an Associate General Counsel in Employment Litigation.


Responsibilities

• With the Associate General Counsel, work with outside counsel on all stages of employment litigation and administration
• Assist with the factual development and analysis of cases, including talking with the relevant internal business people, gathering and reviewing documents and relevant data
• Manage the discovery process, including the collection, retention, and production of documents, and reviewing written responses to discovery
• Draft basic legal documents, including settlement agreements, document retention notices, and response letters
• Maintain litigation calendar on assigned cases and monitor case docket

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience with labor and employment litigation matters (preferred), or other civil litigation (considered)
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification preferred or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
• In-house experience (preferred) and/or top-tier law firm experience
• Understanding of litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration, trial and appellate procedure a plus
• Strong organizational and analytical fact-finding, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, ability to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with CA is preferred

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program


Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $174,000/annual salary, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.