Legal Counsel (General, Corporate & Securities)

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA game development studios. Our international team consists of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices in Poland, the UK, Ireland, the US, and Canada, as well as remotely across the globe.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. As one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry, we continue to expand on our expertise and push the boundaries of what’s possible in game development.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gears of War: E‑Day developed in collaboration with Microsoft; Project Echo for KRAFTON; and Lost Rift, an original IP we are developing in‑house under our self‑publishing model. We are also exploring new platforms and experiences with VR and other unannounced projects.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF continues to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with the creativity of the best and most forward‑thinking talent in the industry, building the next generation of action games for players worldwide.

If you join us on this journey, you’ll have the chance to perfect your craft, expand your knowledge, and work alongside industry leaders to create unique, unforgettable experiences for gamers everywhere.

Job Description

We are looking for a generalist lawyer specialized in securities and corporate laws who will provide practical and comprehensive legal advice and research to support our Polish‑based Warsaw Stock Exchange listed company and all other People Can Fly group members in various jurisdictions (UK, Ireland, US, Canada). You will handle a range of legal and business matters related to the internal organization and daily functioning of the Group, with a focus on corporate governance and securities law compliance.

• Provide advice and legal drafting on company law matters for each Member of the Group (draft resolutions, meeting minutes, corporate records in different jurisdictions), using external advisers where necessary.
• Advise publicly listed companies on securities law, including ad‑hoc and inside reporting, disclosure/compliance for Annual, Semi‑Annual and Quarterly Reports, corporate governance and duties of managers, and WSE rules, using external advisers where necessary.
• Observe and comply with all MAR related obligations.
• Draft and review a range of legal documents (commercial terms and contracts, financing, insurance, business contracts with external suppliers and service providers, corporate documents, correspondence, internal policies, ongoing correspondence etc.).
• Analyze business and legal conditions and assess associated risks.
• Monitor changes in the law applicable to the Group’s activities and organization.
• Verify and ensure compliance of legal documentation with internal policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Support other members of the Legal Team in their ongoing projects and tasks; cooperate with other teams to identify, analyze and deliver required legal support; participate in internal meetings and meetings with external contractors as needed.
• Cooperate with external legal advisors from both Polish and other jurisdictions on entrusted matters, as needed.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in law and attorney‑at‑law or advocate status.
• 6+ years of practice in general corporate, securities and business law, preferably as an in‑house counsel in a multi‑jurisdiction organisation or at an international law firm.
• Experience providing legal services related to corporate and securities laws, including prior advice on MAR obligations.
• Willingness to support the Group’s internal organization and daily functioning (financing, insurance, business contracts).
• Knowledge of data protection, consumer and digital services laws is an added advantage.
• Strong legal drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as part of a multicultural team.
• Excellent communication, team‑building, interpersonal, writing and analytical skills.
• Advanced English (written and spoken); everyday work in English is expected.
• Experience in the video game and technology industry, or being a gamer, is an advantage but not required.

What we offer

• Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).
• MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.
• Free library with a wide range of games and books you may use indefinitely.
• In‑company Polish and English language classes.
• Fresh fruit, snacks and beverages for everyone in the office.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and the ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work culture. PCF is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.