Legal Counsel

CD Projekt; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 154,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

Life insurance

Annual cancer screenings

Mental health support

Sports card

Dog-friendly office

Gym and fitness facilities

No dress-code

Kids program

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Legal Counsel for the Business & IP division in Warsaw on a fixed-term contract until 30 April 2028. The role focuses on providing practical legal advice in IP and contracts for game development, brand protection, and regulatory compliance.

You will liaise with dev, business development, and marketing teams, negotiate across Polish and foreign jurisdictions, and train teams on legal topics. A strong gaming or entertainment industry interest is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Polish law.
• Very good Polish and English, including legal terminology.
• At least two years of relevant legal experience, either in-house or at a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property and contract law.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a good understanding of business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing legal advice on matters related to CD PROJEKT RED’s business, including asset clearance, terms & conditions, player communications and compliance of our products with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft, review and negotiate various types of agreements governed by Polish and foreign laws, as well as preparing other legal documents, such as letters, policies and guidelines.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects, participating in business discussions and negotiations, and working closely with other CD PROJEKT RED teams such as dev, business development and marketing.
• Work with external legal advisors, including international law firms, and analysing legal issues across different jurisdictions.
• Prepare and deliver legal training sessions for teams across CD PROJEKT RED.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Independent and proactive

Organizational skills

Curiosity and learning

Education

Master’s degree in Polish law

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for an enthusiastic Legal Counsel to join the Business & IP division of the Legal Team at CD PROJEKT RED on a fixed-term contract until 30 April 2028.

If you know intellectual property law, like working with contracts and always look for practical answers to legal problems, we'd definitely like to hear from you! We want someone proactive, curious and comfortable working on their own, who understands what the business needs and can explain legal issues to non-legal teams without making their eyes glaze over.

An interest in the entertainment industry is a plus and if you're a gamer yourself, even better!

Daily Responsibilities

You’ll be joining our Business & IP Legal Team, supporting a wide range of matters related to game development, franchise expansion and brand protection. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing ongoing legal advice on matters related to CD PROJEKT RED’s business, including asset clearance, terms & conditions, player communications and compliance of our products with applicable laws and regulations;
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various types of agreements governed by Polish and foreign laws, as well as preparing other legal documents, such as letters, policies and guidelines;
• Leading or supporting cross-functional projects, participating in business discussions and negotiations, and working closely with other CD PROJEKT RED teams such as dev, business development and marketing;
• Working with external legal advisors, including international law firms, and analysing legal issues across different jurisdictions;
• Preparing and delivering legal training sessions for teams across CD PROJEKT RED.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in Polish law;
• Very good Polish and English, including legal terminology in both languages;
• Good knowledge of intellectual property and contract law;
• At least two years of relevant legal experience, either in-house or at a law firm;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a good understanding of business needs;
• An independent, proactive approach, with good organizational and prioritization skills;
• Curiosity, willingness to learn and a knack for finding business-oriented legal solutions.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the video game, entertainment, media or technology industries
• Experience with agreements governed by English or US law
• A professional legal qualification (attorney-at-law or advocate), or ongoing professional training (aplikacja radcowska or aplikacja adwokacka)
• Interest in video games

Additional Information

Working Mode

• Office-First — Working primarily from Warsaw office for a minimum of 3 days per week.

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: 13 800 - 19 000 PLN gross monthly. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.

Contract type: Employment contract (umowa o pracę), fixed-term until 30 April 2028.

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!