Legal Counsel

Electronic Arts is seeking a full-time Legal Counsel to join their Legal Team in Madrid, Spain. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Europe and LATAM Legal and work in a hybrid setup, splitting their time between the office and remote work.

The Legal Counsel will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements for Spain and LATAM
• Providing legal advice on employment matters in Spain, including employment litigations, contracts, and internal policy drafting
• Drafting and reviewing corporate documents for corporate matters
• Conducting legal research on regional laws and regulations relevant to the video game industry
• Providing legal support in case of local litigations and working closely with external counsel
• Collaborating with other departments, including Finance, HR, Localisation, and Facilities

The ideal candidate will have:

• A fully qualified senior lawyer (Spanish law)
• Extended experience in an in-house legal department or law firm advising international companies
• Experience managing complex commercial transactions
• Sound understanding of commercial law and transactional work
• Strong focus on employment law
• Experience handling internal corporate governance and entity corporate management matters
• Business-focused approach and ability to partner effectively with local and international teams
• Flexibility to work with teams in different time zones
• Enthusiasm for the games industry and Electronic Arts' creative environment
• Fluent in Spanish and English, both written and spoken

Electronic Arts offers a range of benefits, including health coverage, mental health support, pension savings, paid time off, family leaves, free games, and more. The company values adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity, and encourages employees to pursue growth opportunities.