Job Description
Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they’re not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role overview
CarGurus is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to join our Legal team and support a dynamic, fast-growing technology company. This role will focus primarily on labor & employment matters, while also contributing to litigation and claims management as well as broader regulatory compliance efforts.
This is an exciting opportunity for a thoughtful, business-minded attorney who enjoys solving complex problems, partnering closely with stakeholders, and delivering practical legal guidance that drives smart decision-making. You will play a meaningful role in supporting our People & Talent organization and helping CarGurus navigate an evolving legal landscape with confidence and integrity.
What you’ll do
- Provide day-to-day legal advice on labor & employment matters, including hiring, discipline, performance management, terminations, leaves of absence, accommodations, and employee relations issues.
- Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave laws).
- Deliver clear, practical, and timely legal advice to senior leaders within the People & Talent organization, demonstrating sound judgment, confidence, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business guidance.
- Draft, review, and update employment-related documents, including offer letters, employment agreements, separation agreements, policies, and handbooks.
- Partner closely with the People & Talent team on investigations, policy interpretation, and risk mitigation.
- Support employment-related aspects of corporate initiatives, including reorganizations and M&A activity.
- Monitor legal developments and help implement practical compliance strategies and training.
- Strategic management of employment and commercial litigation, including coordinating with outside counsel.
- Conduct early case assessments to determine risk and drive cost-effective resolutions.
- Support discovery, document preservation, internal fact investigations, and case strategy.
- Conduct active oversight of legal spend and outside counsel efficiency.
- Support responses to government inquiries and subpoenas.
- Monitor relevant law and regulations to enable a proactive compliance posture.
What you’ll bring
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 3-5 years of relevant labor & employment experience, including experience advising business clients and managing employment-related disputes.
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Experience supporting or managing litigation matters.
- Prior in-house experience at a technology company or within a high-growth, fast-paced environment is a plus.
The displayed range represents the expected annual base salary / On-Target Earnings (OTE) for this position. On-Target Earnings (OTE) is inclusive of base salary and on-target commission earnings, which applies exclusively to sales roles.
Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This annual base salary forms part of a comprehensive Total Rewards Package. In addition to benefits, this role may qualify for discretionary bonuses/incentives and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Position Pay Range
$140,000—$176,000 USD
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid
