Scopely is hiring a dynamic and experienced Director, Senior Employment Counsel (Global) to support employment‑related legal and compliance matters in a global jurisdictional capacity. You will work out of our Barcelona hub on a hybrid basis. This is a strategic and tactical role responsible for partnering with internal stakeholders—including People Team, Legal, and executive leadership—to ensure compliance with employment laws, mitigate risk, and support the business in all aspects of employment, including advising on employee issues and drafting offer documentation across a complex and diverse regional landscape.
Provide expert counsel on employment law matters across multiple regions, with particular familiarity required in Europe, Middle East & Asia including Spain, India, UK, Ireland, Israel, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey and Germany. Support employment litigation and dispute resolution in the regions supported, managing outside counsel as needed.
Provide timely, practical, and business‑focused legal guidance across multiple jurisdictions.
Advise on strategic workforce planning,



organizational design, restructuring, and M&A; activity.
Monitor and communicate regional legal developments and proactively adjust policies and practices to remain compliant.
Law degree with admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
In‑office presence required 2-3 days per week in Barcelona, Spain. Minimum 14 years of progressive experience in global employment law.
Proven success advising on complex, cross‑border employment issues in a general, matrixed environment.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution capability and a deep understanding of risk management.
Fluency in English required; professional proficiency in Spanish required, fluency preferred. Experience in the technology and/or games industry is a plus.
Please ensure that the résumé/CV you attach is written in English.

📌 Director, Senior Employment Counsel (Barcelona)
🏢 Scopely
📍 Barcelona