Senior Counsel, Legal

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Senior labor counsel advising Blizzard, a developer and publisher of iconic video games. Supporting collective bargaining, labor relations, litigation, and employee engagement strategies.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $137,170 - $253,806 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in labor law, collective bargaining, and legal negotiation strategies while providing proactive legal advice and fostering inclusive workplace practices. Proven ability to manage complex projects and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor Degree6+ Years Experience in Labor LawCollective Bargaining ExpertiseActive License to Practice LawProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Collective BargainingLabor ArbitrationLegal AnalysisDrafting Collective Bargaining AgreementsNegotiating Labor Agreements

Soft Skills

Effective Communication SkillsAttention to DetailCollaboration SkillsInfluencing SkillsCommitment to Equity and Inclusion

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Labor RelationsEmployee RelationsGrievancesUnfair Labor Practice ChargesNLRA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support negotiation of collective bargaining agreements by developing negotiation strategies and preparing proposals
Support litigation, arbitration, and legal proceedings involving grievances, unfair labor practice charges, the NLRA, and organized activity
Advise internal business partners on labor strategy, evolving labor law, and collective bargaining agreements
Highlight legal risk and recommend proactive, solution-oriented strategies with measurable outcomes
Provide legal advice on labor relations training, education, and communication
Advocate for inclusive, collaborative, and supportive workplace strategies
Partner with labor lawyers, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Communications, and other internal business partners
Develop long-term strategies to improve labor and employee relations and increase employee engagement
Work with Microsoft’s labor team as an extended member of the WEBS legal team
Attend team meetings and report on a dotted-line basis to Microsoft’s lead labor attorney
Respond to requests from business and legal teams
Travel for labor negotiations, team events, and other events as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor degree or international equivalent degree, or equivalent experience
6+ years’ experience as a practicing attorney specializing in labor law
Experience with collective bargaining, organizing activity, agency hearings, and labor arbitration
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction
Capability to meet admission requirements in a relevant jurisdiction
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to Blizzard’s Irvine campus and other locations as needed
Extensive experience and knowledge drafting, negotiating, and interpreting collective bargaining agreements preferred
Software technology or entertainment industry experience preferred
Sound judgment incorporating legal analysis, pragmatism, business goals, risk tolerance, and stakeholder priorities
Project management skills and ability to meet deadlines amid competing priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to independently handle multiple diverse projects simultaneously under deadlines
Strong ethics, collaboration, and influencing skills
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and flexible business and legal environment
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Proven track record promoting diversity and belonging

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health savings account or health reimbursement account
Healthcare spending accounts
Dependent care spending accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) with Company match
Tuition reimbursement
Charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation
Paid sick time
Floating holidays
Compassion and bereavement leaves
Parental leave
Mental health and wellbeing programs
Fitness programs
Free and discounted games
Supplemental life and disability benefits
Legal service benefits
ID protection
Rental insurance
Relocation assistance, if the Company requires geographic relocation
Incentive compensation may be available