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Litigation and Employment Counsel

We are a global video game organization based out of Seoul, South Korea. The name derives from the slogan “Keep the craftsmanship on,” a rendition of our commitment to developing and publishing world-class games from our studios and publishing centers across the globe. You may know us as the developers and publishers of PUBG: Battlegrounds , The Callisto Protocol , Subnautica , Defense Derby , and more. Our stellar studios based across the globe include PUBG Studios, Striking Distance Studios, Bluehole Studio, Unknown Worlds and RisingWings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of global litigation and pre-litigation matters related to the video game industry, as needed, including related pre-dispute resolution, development of case strategy, legal research, e-discovery, briefs, depositions, trial, and post-trial;
• Lead legal investigations, including fact gathering and legal risk assessments;
• Manage outside counsel, including by assessing budgets and reviewing invoices
• Handle legal matters related to employment and labor law and related investigations;
• Assist in managing the operations of the Legal Department globally, including coordinating with counsel in regional offices on litigation and pre-litigation disputes;
• Create and lead training on global employment law issues and other global regulations;
• Other relevant legal duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• J.D. Degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California Bar preferred).
• 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
• Able to handle litigation from beginning to end.
• Experience with, or capability to, work collaboratively with a global legal team and global business counterparts.
• Experience with litigation and dispute resolution, preferably involving technology or consumer claims.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Experience with video game, entertainment or software technology a significant plus.
• Strong sense of customer support and excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional travel, including international, may be required.
• Knowledge of Korean or other foreign languages a plus, but not required.

Reasonable Accommodation

KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas, to begin the interactive process.

EEOC statement

KRAFTON Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Location: Santa Monica, CA

In California, the expected salary range for this position is $150,000-$220,000. The listed expected salary range represents a good faith estimate and the actual pay may depend on a variety of job-related factors that can include experience, education, skills, and location.

Due to recent scams, our recruiters will only reach out to you via @sds.com, @krafton.com or @pubg.com. If you received an email and are unsure you can always email recruiting_ka@krafton.com .