Associate General Counsel

Description:

CoreWeave, recognized among TIME100’s most influential companies of 2024 and a leader in AI hyperscale computing, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate General Counsel, Employment to join its Legal team. This high-impact role offers a unique opportunity to support and shape employment law strategy for a rapidly expanding global technology company.

As a key legal advisor, you will handle a wide array of complex, cross-border employment matters including recruiting, hiring and terminations, employee relations, compensation and benefits, compliance policies, organizational restructures, and M&A integration. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Legal, HR, Accounting, Payroll, and Executive teams to ensure policies are scalable, compliant, and business-focused.

You will report to the Deputy General Counsel, Corporate, and serve as the principal counsel on employment-related initiatives for a global workforce, contributing to one of the most innovative legal teams in the AI cloud space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal guidance on employment law issues including talent acquisition, terminations, employee documentation, PEO/EOR structures, accommodations, performance management, and more.

• Review and draft policies, handbooks, and procedures in line with evolving global employment laws.

• Advise on organizational changes such as restructures, M&A employee transitions, and employee classifications.

• Develop scalable and compliant employment programs, training, and processes in partnership with the People team.

• Oversee compliance monitoring and provide legal interpretations on new legislation and regulatory developments.

• Manage and collaborate effectively with external counsel on employment disputes and risk mitigation.

• Support internal investigations and counsel on employee-related disputes and litigation.

• Collaborate across departments and with senior leadership, providing sound, business-aligned legal counsel.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience advising on global employment law issues, preferably in high-growth tech or publicly traded environments.

• Substantial in-house counsel experience paired with law firm background.

• Expertise in U.S. and international employment regulations, compliance, and workforce strategy.

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects independently and lead on key legal initiatives.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, research, and drafting skills.

• JD degree and active bar membership (NY, NJ, CA, WA, or D.C. preferred).

• Strong interpersonal and executive communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

• Experience managing outside legal counsel and corporate litigation related to employment.

Core Technologies and Skills:

• Legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)

• Familiarity with global HRIS systems and workforce platforms

• Employment documentation systems and compliance management

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary: $230000–$260000 annually

• Discretionary annual bonus and equity awards

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid by employer)

• Life and disability insurance

• FSA & HSA options

• 401(k) with generous employer match

• Paid parental leave and family support benefits via Carrot

• Mental wellness benefits through Spring Health

• Tuition reimbursement & ESPP eligibility

• Catered lunch at office locations

• Flexible PTO and a casual, collaborative work culture