Legal Counsel

Electronic Arts is seeking a full-time Legal Counsel to join their Legal Team in Madrid. 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.

As a Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements for Spain and LATAM
• Providing legal advice on employment matters in Spain, including employment litigations, employment 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, to provide legal input on daily projects

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified senior lawyer status under Spanish law
• Extended experience in an in-house legal department or law firm advising international companies
• Experience managing complex commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts
• 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
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken

Electronic Arts offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, mental wellbeing support, pension plans, paid time off, family leave, free games, and more. The company values adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity, and encourages employees to grow and develop their skills.