Sr. Associate Counsel, Labor and Employment

Job Summary

At Centrus Energy, we're not just powering the future of clean energy—we're helping secure America's energy independence. We are seeking a seasoned labor and employment attorney who thrives in fast-paced, highly regulated environments and brings deep experience managing complex workplace matters. As Senior Associate Counsel, Labor & Employment, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and partner to the business, providing practical legal guidance and counsel that supports innovation while managing risk.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Assistant General Counsel & Director, Corporate Compliance, you'll work across a wide variety of legal matters that directly impact our mission and the future of advanced nuclear energy.

What You Will Do

• Serve as Centrus Energy’s primary counsel on labor and employment matters, collaborating closely with HR, Security, Operations, and senior leadership
• Deliver legal counsel and support to Centrus Energy’s business operations on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including issues involving the FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII, OFCCP, NLRA, and HR policy compliance
• Lead and oversee sensitive internal investigations, including potential misconduct, ethics violations, security-related incidents, and insider-threat assessments
• Support labor relations strategy, including union engagement, labor negotiations, contract interpretation, and dispute resolution
• Advise on federal and state employment laws, workplace policies, discipline, termination decisions, and accommodation processes
• Manage employee-related issues that intersect with export controls, classified/unclassified nuclear information, and federal regulatory requirements
• Develop and strengthen ethical compliance programs and organizational conduct standards
• Provide counsel on workforce-related aspects of government contracting requirements, including compliance with FAR/DFARS/DEAR when employee actions affect contract performance
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to mitigate organizational risk and maintain a culture of accountability and transparency
• Manage outside counsel in employment litigation or specialized investigations when required
• Handle inquiries, audits, investigations, and actions from government officials or agencies responsible for labor and employment regulation
• Identify and assess legal risks and new developments and advise internal business partners and leadership on development and implementation of new laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Provide legal training based on risk assessment, strategic objectives, and legal developments

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 7+ years of legal experience, including advising on labor and employment matters
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with a commitment to integrity, professionalism, collegiality, and keeping stakeholders appropriately informed
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues and to influence others inside and outside the legal department
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams within legal, HR and business units
• Ability to manage multiple projects and effectively prioritize
• Demonstrated business acumen, ability to learn Centrus Energy’s business and experience developing and recommending practical and strategic approaches to legal challenges facing business clients

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with immediate eligibility a generous company match of up to 7% when you contribute 6% and immediate 100% vesting so every dollar is yours from day one
• Paid vacation
• Paid Parental leave
• Twelve paid holidays each year
• Company paid life insurance for up to one times your salary, with the option to purchase additional insurance for yourself and your dependents
• Company subsidized health insurance including PPO, HDHP, as well as dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Tax savings accounts are available like Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Account, Limited Purposes FSA and Flexible Dependent Care
• Company paid long- and short-term disability insurance to protect your income if you are sick or injured
• Tuition reimbursement for courses taken at an accredited college or university when certain criteria are met
• An employer paid employee assistance program available to support both employees and members of their household
• Free Parking