Global Employment Counsel Director - Hybrid (Barcelona)

Scopely España; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Scopely España is seeking a Director, Senior Employment Counsel (Global) to lead employment-law strategy across regions from our Barcelona hub on a hybrid basis. You will partner with People, Legal, and executive leadership to advise on employee issues, draft offer documents, and manage regional compliance in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.

The role demands 14+ years of global employment experience, in-house practice, and a proven ability to navigate cross-border matters,

Qualifications

• Law degree with admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
• In-office presence required 2-3 days per week in Barcelona.
• Minimum 14 years of progressive experience in global employment law.
• Proven success advising on complex, cross-border employment issues in a global, matrixed environment.
• Fluency in English; professional proficiency in Spanish; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert counsel on employment law matters across multiple regions, with emphasis on Europe, Middle East & Asia.
• Partner with People Team and business leaders to guide decision-making on employee relations and risk mitigation.
• Support creation of employment documentation with Talent and Compensation teams.
• Assist with employment litigation and dispute resolution, managing outside counsel as needed.
• Develop region-specific policies, handbooks, contracts, and procedures; monitor regional developments and adjust practices.

Skills

Global employment law

Cross-border counsel

Stakeholder influence

English fluency

Spanish proficiency

In-house experience

Education

Law degree

Bar admission

Job description

Scopely España is seeking a Director, Senior Employment Counsel (Global) to lead employment-law strategy across regions from our Barcelona hub on a hybrid basis. You will partner with People, Legal, and executive leadership to advise on employee issues, draft offer documents, and manage regional compliance in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.

The role demands 14+ years of global employment experience, in-house practice, and a proven ability to navigate cross-border matters,