Director, Labor Law

Job Title:

Director, Labor Law

Requisition ID:

R024657

Job Description:

YOUR MISSION

We’re looking for a Director, Labor Law to join Activision Blizzard! Working closely with the Microsoft Legal team and reporting to the Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Activision, you’ll provide strategic advice and legal counsel regarding collective bargaining, evolving labor law, and labor engagement. Activision is looking for an experienced and motivated labor lawyer to join our in-house legal team as a close, trusted business partner, providing advice on a variety of legal issues, including but not limited to:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise leadership and internal business partners on labor strategy, evolving labor law, collective bargaining agreements, highlighting risk and recommending proactive, solution-oriented strategies with measurable outcomes (e.g., reducing grievances by X%).

• Lead negotiation of collective bargaining agreements, including developing negotiation strategies and preparing proposals for negotiations, as well as supporting all litigation, arbitration, and/or legal proceedings related to grievances, unfair labor practice charges, or other issues related to the NLRA and organized activity.

• Manage relationships with outside counsel, ensuring their work aligns with company objectives and is cost-effective.

• Provide legal advice on labor relations training, education, and communication. Advocate for strategies that foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive work environment.

• Partner closely with Human Resources, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Communications, and other internal business partners to develop long-term strategies for improving labor and employee relations and increasing employee engagement, with specific goals (e.g., boosting engagement scores by X%).

• Respond promptly to a wide range of requests from across the business and legal teams, ensuring clarity and inclusivity in all communications.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree and 7+ years’ experience as a practicing attorney specializing in labor law, including collective bargaining, organizing activity, agency hearings, and labor arbitration. OR equivalent experience.

• Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capability to meet admission requirements in a relevant jurisdiction.

 ADDITIONAL/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive experience and knowledge in drafting, negotiating, and interpreting collective bargaining agreements. Experience in the entertainment industry is preferred.

• Sound judgment that incorporates legal analysis, a pragmatic approach, and consideration of business goals, risk tolerance, and external stakeholder priorities.

• Project management skills and the ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in the face of competing priorities.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to foster inclusive dialogue and align diverse stakeholders.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to independently handle multiple, diverse projects simultaneously and under deadlines.

• Strong ethics, collaboration, and influencing skills.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic industry where there is ambiguity and flexibility in the business and legal environment.

• Commitment to fostering a culture of equity and inclusion in all interactions and strategies. Proven track record of promoting diversity and belonging in previous roles.

OUR WORLD

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment.  We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-bein