Labor and Employment Counsel

Job description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better. Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place. ROLE DESCRIPTION Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with a team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company developing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy. We are seeking a versatile, hands-on Labor & Employment Counsel to join our growing Legal team at this pivotal moment in our journey. As a late-stage startup, Form Energy is in a phase of rapid, high-impact scaling, and we need a practical, business-minded lawyer who is energized by the thrill of our mission-driven work. This is a rare opportunity to operate at the heart of a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly shape our trajectory and help power a renewable future. This is a hybrid role out of the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Relocation assistance is available. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Employment Law: Serve as a key legal advisor for our People Operations and Talent and executive teams. You will ensure compliance with a wide range of employment-related laws, policies, and regulations, including hiring, employee benefits, leave and accommodations, workers compensation and wage-and-hour compliance. - Policy Development: Partner with People Operations to draft and administer clear, scalable policies that support our business as we continue to grow and shift toward manufacturing. - Investigations & Employee Relations: Conduct and oversee internal investigations regarding workplace concerns, partnering with leadership and outside counsel as needed to ensure fair, prompt, and documented resolutions. - Broad-Scope Support: In keeping with our fast-moving startup environment, you will assist with general commercial and operational legal matters as they arise, including supporting our Factory Operations team with contract review and employment (NDAs, master service agreements, and vendor agreements). Think nimble generalist. - Outside Counsel Management: Manage and direct outside counsel efficiently on specific litigation or complex employment matters. - Pragmatic Problem Solving: Identify and evaluate legal risks and provide actionable guidance that balances compliance with the practical realities of a scaling business. - Leadership: As we scale our manufacturing workforce, you will help build out our employment law function from the ground up—training managers on best practices, shaping our approach to workforce compliance as the team grows. - Hybrid role. - Travel expectations 10-15%. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including a mix of top-tier law firm training and/or in-house experience. - Legal Expertise: Deep bench knowledge of US employment law and demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation. - Education: JD from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one state Bar. - Startup Mindset: Ability to handle ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and switch contexts between core L&E work and general commercial support. - Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to distill complex legal risks into clear, plain-language advice for business stakeholders. - Integrity & Judgment: Unmatched work ethic, sound business judgment, and a team-first attitude that prioritizes collaborative problem solving. - Preferred: Prior experience in an in-house legal department, DOE/Government contracting, and/or traditional labor relations are strong pluses. WHERE YOU'LL WORK: This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available. #LI-Hybrid #LI-CB1 Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs. If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion. Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.