Employment Counsel

Electronic Arts•Orlando, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. We are looking for 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 a wide variety of employment-related subjects. This position can be located in our Guildford or Galway Office, alternatively, can be remote from the UK, Ireland, or East Coast US. Join us in driving the next revolution in games.

Requirements

You are a 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 the relevant territories.
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters.
Experience working cross-functionally with the business and legal teams.
Partnering with all levels of management and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Global Employment Legal Team to ensure alignment and consistency in all regions where EA operates.
Act as primary employment counsel for EA's operations in Ireland, Finland, Romania and Czechia. Will also provide support for employment matters in the UK and Sweden. This will include managing all types of day-to-day employment law matters, like hiring; performance management and termination; wage and hour rules; disability accommodation; harassment, discrimination and bullying; contingent worker issues; investigations and related litigation.
Liaise with external employment counsel where necessary to manage litigation or obtain advice on specific issues in the above territories.
Advise on employment or other workforce related issues arising in transactions and other corporate arrangements in Europe and Asia.
Support several global employment projects from the employment perspective.
Collaborate with other members of the Employment team to support their EU territories, as necessary.