Associate General Counsel - Deputy General Counsel, Employment at Verkada

San Mateo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
  • 10+ years of relevant legal experience (preferably with at least 2 years of in-house counsel experience at a technology company)
  • Deep expertise in U.S. employment law, especially California and federal, with familiarity across other states
  • Strong familiarity with employment law outside the U.S., primarily in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region
  • Broad experience leading, conducting, and directing employment litigation, adversarial proceedings, and employment-related internal investigations
  • Member of a U.S. state bar in good standing (California preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead Verkada’s employment legal function
  • Advise leadership and the People Team on a wide range of employment law issues, such as employee relations, performance management, leaves, accommodations, wage and hour, pay equity, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, terminations, and recruiting
  • Partner with Verkada’s People Team to build scalable employment practices and policies at a fast but thoughtful pace
  • Develop, draft, update, and implement employment and other workforce-related policies
  • Lead resolution of employment related disputes and litigation (including managing outside counsel cost-effectively)
  • Lead or support employment-related investigations
  • Develop and conduct company-wide employment training programs and compliance initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex projects with employment law implications across multiple jurisdictions
  • Advise company leadership and stakeholders on appropriate employment classifications and drive efforts to comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Monitor the legal landscape of global employment laws and regulations and advise company leadership accordingly

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Employment LawEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementWage and HourPay EquityInternal InvestigationsCompensation and BenefitsTerminationsPolicy DraftingLitigation ManagementGlobal Employment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or office-based?

This role is intended to be based in our headquarters in San Mateo, CA, with an 'in office' approach to work.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates need a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school, 10+ years of relevant legal experience (preferably with at least 2 years in-house at a technology company), deep expertise in U.S. employment law especially California and federal, and strong familiarity with employment law in the UK, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

What is the salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What will I be doing in this role?

You will build and lead the employment legal function, advise on employment law issues, partner with the People Team on policies, handle disputes and investigations, conduct training, collaborate cross-functionally, and monitor global employment laws.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Ideal candidates have in-house experience at a technology company, deep U.S. employment law expertise especially in California, and familiarity with international employment laws, particularly in the UK, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, along with experience leading legal functions.

Verkada

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

About Verkada

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible monitoring, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company aims to deliver comprehensive security management through hardware sales and subscription-based software services.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$431.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage
Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays
Wellness allowance
Commuter benefits
Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits

Risks

Increased competition may pressure Verkada's market share and pricing strategies.
Rapid EMEA expansion could strain operational resources and lead to mismanagement.
Integration with multiple partners may introduce security vulnerabilities and challenges.

Differentiation

Verkada offers a unified platform integrating video, access, and environmental monitoring.
Their hybrid cloud model ensures secure, accessible video surveillance from anywhere.
Verkada's solutions are scalable, catering to enterprises of all sizes and sectors.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud-based security in education boosts Verkada's market potential.
Integration with AI-driven analytics enhances security insights and customer value.
Rising interest from Fortune 500 companies strengthens Verkada's enterprise client base.

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