Senior Legal Counsel at CD PROJEKT RED

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

26300.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employment Law, Compliance, Legal Drafting, Internal Auditing, HR Legal Support, International Law, Polish Law, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, English Fluency, Polish Fluency, Conflict Resolution, Policy Development, Intellectual Property Law

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description We’re looking for an experienced, business-minded employment lawyer to join our Legal Team as a Senior Legal Counsel. If you care about people, enjoy coming up with creative legal solutions to HR matters, and feel a thrill thinking about working on complex HR projects spanning across different jurisdictions, we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for someone independent, proactive, and comfortable navigating complex topics with confidence and empathy. Daily Responsibilities Providing daily legal support in employment law and related compliance matters. Working closely with teams across the CD PROJEKT group, especially within the People & Culture area (HR, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, HR Partners, Employer Branding, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion). Leading or supporting complex cross-company and international projects. Developing practical solutions that balance legal requirements, business needs, and company values. Coordinating with external law firms, including international counsel. Drafting internal policies and regulations related to employment law and compliance. Coordinating various aspects of our SpeakUp! procedure regarding relations with employees (including participating in anti-harassment and anti-discrimination proceedings). Conducting or supporting internal compliance audits. Preparing and/or delivering internal trainings. Qualifications 6-8 years of experience as an in-house lawyer or at a reputable law firm. A degree in Polish law. Strong understanding of employment law and compliance topics in an international environment. High level of integrity, empathy, and communication skills. Creativity, open-mindedness, and eagerness to take on new challenges. Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented approach. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Fluent Polish and English, including legal terminology. Nice to have (Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position) Interest in the video game industry. Legal advisor or advocate qualifications (or ongoing training). Knowledge of intellectual property law. Additional Information Working mode In-office in a hybrid (at least 3 days per week) or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Health & Well-Being Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones. Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company. Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives. Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain. RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events. RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company. Perks & Professional Growth A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement. Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Social Activities & Life in the Office Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. Healthy selections — canteens. Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog. A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes. No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. Estimated pay range for this position: 19 100 - 26 300 PLN gross monthly. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications. If you've observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process, please click here to report them anonymously. #LI_in-office Project: Studio

Responsibilities

Provide daily legal support in employment law and compliance, collaborating closely with People & Culture teams. Lead complex international HR projects and draft internal policies while coordinating with external law firms.