Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial

at  LeoVegas Group

OUR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Essential skills:

• 5 years plus PQE as Qualified (UK) Solicitor with experience either in-house or within a private practice law firm.
• A wealth of experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing complex commercial agreements.
• Ability to analyse complex topics and provide practical advice and solutions.
• Sound business acumen and commercial awareness with an ability to identify and resolve legal issues quickly and effectively.
• Willingness to mentor and develop junior members of the legal team.

Nice to have skills:

• Experience in the gaming, marketing or technology sectors would be an asset but not required.Willingness to learn and curiosity about new areas are sufficient.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a talented, business-minded Senior Legal Counsel with strong leadership skills to join our dynamic in-house commercial legal team. Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will be part of an international team of lawyers, working on projects related to our rapidly expanding business including online gaming brands and related businesses that LeoVegas Group (the “Group”) operates in multiple jurisdictions as part of MGM Resorts International.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Drafting, reviewing and offering guidance on a variety of contracts including marketing and sponsorship agreements (previous examples include football and celebrity sponsorships), non-disclosure, affiliate and consultancy agreements, and any other legal documentation as required;
• Negotiating legal terms directly with suppliers;
• Collaborating with professionals across various departments, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Providing general legal advice and support on a range of issues;
• Developing internal policies and procedures;
• Raising the business awareness around key commercial legal risks and mitigations;
• Monitoring, researching and advising with relevant legal developments, industry regulations, and best practices in various jurisdictions to ensure the company’s legal strategies remain current and effective;
• Assisting in the resolution of disputes, including contract disputes and potential litigation, collaborating with external legal counsel if required;