About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

14

The Role: Assistant General Counsel, Employment Law - Mobility

The Team: Join a best-in-class global legal team committed to delivering timely, practical and actionable advice to advance our business and safeguard our reputation, people, and assets.  This position reports directly to the Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Securities, who reports to the Chief Legal Officer of Mobility.   

Responsibilities and Impact: The Assistant General Counsel, Employment is responsible for supporting a business of approximately $1.8 billion in revenue and 3,500 employees world-wide, providing legal and strategic counsel and risk management advice to senior leadership and People team colleagues on a wide variety of employment matters. This leader will play a critical role in supporting transformation and growth, first as the business becomes an independent public company and second in its near- and long-term growth initiatives.

What's in it for you: 

Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, client-facing environmentPartner closely with colleagues across the business and Mobility senior leadership (including the Chief Legal Officer and Chief People Officer)Advise on business transformation and growth initiatives, as the business becomes an independent public company as well as near- and long-term growth opportunitiesDesign, implement and refine best-in-class employment-related practices, policies, and guidelinesServe as a business-oriented, senior legal advisor and core member of the function’s leadership team, counseling on issues of significant importance to the company
 

Responsibilities:

Provide practical and strategic legal counsel and risk management advice to senior leadership and People team colleagues on a wide variety of employment matters in a manner that is consistent with the Company’s values and goals.Advice ranges from recruiting, compensation, performance management, separations, internal investigations, agreements, leaves of absence, discrimination, harassment, diversity and inclusion, workplace privacy, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, reasonable accommodations, employee classification, immigration, mergers and acquisitions, labor matters, and general employment risk management.Participate in and provide leadership on efforts to design, implement and refine best-in-class employment-related practices, policies, guidelines, tools, programs and forms that align with the company’s employee engagement strategy, values and business goalsRepresent and defend the company as necessary in employment disputes, including lawyer’s letters and administrative charges.Manage outside counsel as necessary for employment litigation.Manage and oversee outside counsel in the provision of advice in jurisdictions outside of the United States, including Works Council matters.Prepare and conduct regular employee and management trainings on relevant matters, and managing company training programs in conjunction with the People team.Monitor and assess the impact of legal and regulatory developments and enforcement trends at a state and federal level, and globally, in conjunction with outside counsel and People team members.Manage Outside Counsel, driving efficiency and scale consistent with organizational demands.Provide substantive support for the rest of the Legal team as needed, including on strategic transactions.

  

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $233,000-$298,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.  This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here.

Basic Required Qualifications:

12+ years of relevant experience gained at law firm and in-house (at a publicly traded company), including experience building and implementing public company processes, policies, and governance.JD or LLM from an accredited law school and maintain active bar membership in at least one US state.Proven capability to manage high-volume, complex environments with sound judgment and adaptability. Fosters inclusivity and manage emotions to achieve optimal business outcomes. Able to effectively pivot direction and collaborate across teams to meet strategic initiatives.Exceptional business judgment and legal issue identification skills, coupled with strong problem-solving abilities. Adept at articulating business needs and defining actionable strategies. Actively seeks input from diverse sources to ensure engagement and influence stakeholder buy-in at all levels.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated passion for the business. Provides clear, concise advice, and creative solutions where necessary, on established timelines to meet business needs that appropriately manage risk.Operates autonomously while also being a collaborative team player who brings a positive, “can do” attitude to the workplace. Works effectively with other members of the Legal team, internal clients, and cross-functional organizations to influence and develop strategic initiatives.
 

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Successful track record of in-house or similar advisory experience.J.D. with exceptional academic credentials.Experience with change management.Experience leading or supporting transformation initiatives or high-growth environments.

About S&P Global Mobility: S&P Global has recently announced the intent to separate our Mobility Segment into a standalone public company. 

Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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201 - Senior Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), LGLLGL201 - Senior Professional (EEO Job Group)

Job ID: 323182
Posted On: 2026-01-08
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States