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hybrid senior temporary Guildford, Surrey

First indexed 9 Oct 2026

Description

We are seeking an experienced employment attorney for a 5-month maternity coverage period. You will report to the Senior Employment Counsel and work directly with People Experience business partners providing front-line and strategic support on various employment-related subjects.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Global Employment Legal Team to ensure alignment and consistency across regions.
  • Act as primary employment counsel for EA's operations in Ireland, Finland, Romania, and Czechia, and provide support for employment matters in the UK and Sweden.
  • Liaise with external employment counsel to manage litigation or obtain advice on specific issues.
  • Advise on employment or workforce-related issues arising in transactions and corporate arrangements in Europe and Asia.
  • Support global employment projects from an employment perspective.
  • Collaborate with other members of the Employment team to support their EU territories.

Requirements:

  • Practising attorney at a senior level in employment law in an in-house legal department or law firm.
  • Qualified solicitor in your location.
  • Proficiency with applicable laws relating to employment matters in relevant territories.
  • Flexibility and willingness to work on various legal matters.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with business and legal teams.
  • Partnering with all levels of management and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefit packages, including physical, emotional, financial, professional, and community well-being.
  • Personalized packages to meet local needs, including medical assistance, mental health support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, free games, and more.
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://jobs.ea.com/ro_RO/careers/JobDetail/Employment-Counsel/216382