Legal Counsel at Yggdrasil

Saint Julian's, Central Region, Malta -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intellectual Property Law, Trademark Management, Commercial Drafting, Contract Negotiation, GDPR, EU Data Protection Law, IP Licensing, Brand Clearance, Legal Advisory, Regulatory Monitoring

Industry

Gambling Facilities and Casinos

Description

Company Description At Yggdrasil Gaming, we are known for transforming ideas into groundbreaking gaming experiences. With innovation at the heart of everything we do, we’ve built a reputation for creating some of the most iconic slots in the iGaming world. Recently, we’ve taken our vision even further, becoming one of the largest global aggregators and a leading technology company, redefining what’s possible in the industry. Our success is driven by the exceptional people who bring our ideas to life. Over the past year, we’ve cultivated a culture where creativity, expertise, and ambition come together to achieve extraordinary results. At Yggdrasil, you’ll find a place where your talent can thrive and where you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. If you’re ready to help shape the future of gaming, we’d love to hear from you. Job Description We're looking for an experienced lawyer to join our team and take ownership of a broad range of intellectual property and commercial legal matters in a fast-paced B2B gaming environment. What You'll Do: Managing the full trademark lifecycle, including clearance, filings, renewals, and portfolio strategy. Conducting game title and brand clearance assessments. Advising on IP ownership, licensing, infringement, and enforcement matters. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, including distribution, sublicensing, platform integration, supplier agreements, and NDAs. Supporting stakeholders across product, commercial, technology, and finance with practical legal advice. Monitoring regulatory developments and managing relationships with external counsel. Qualifications Who You Are: Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' post-qualification experince. Strong intellectual property experience, particularly trademarks and IP transactions. Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Background in technology, gaming, media, or entertainment (iGaming experience is a plus). Working knowledge of GDPR and EU data protection law. Commercially minded, pragmatic, and comfortable working with senior stakeholders. Additional Information Perks & Benefits: Wellbeing Allowance: A little extra support for the things that keep you healthy & happy. Wolt Vouchers: Enjoy delicious meals delivered to your doorstep with monthly Wolt vouchers. Hybrid Working: Experience the best of both worlds with our flexible hybrid working model. Learning & Development: Full access to LinkedIn Learning. Private Healthcare: Access top-tier private healthcare services for you & your family. Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Division: Gaming & Development Department: Legal & Compliance

Responsibilities

The role involves managing the full trademark lifecycle and providing legal advice on IP ownership and enforcement. Additionally, the counsel will draft and negotiate various commercial agreements and support internal stakeholders across multiple departments.