Legal Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Legal Manager to join our growing legal team within Play North.

The ideal candidate will focus primarily on commercial contracts and provide broad legal support across the business. The Legal Manager shall report to the Director of Legal.

About Play North

We are a diverse and fast-growing online casino operator active in regulated markets with offices based in Malta, Estonia and The Netherlands. You can now join our dynamic, capable and enthusiastic team. 
 
We are the people behind the global casino brands and We are licensed and regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority and Kansspelautoriteit in The Netherlands. 
 
Due to the continued growth and success of our brands, we are now searching for more A-class talents to join our mission to build the next iGaming giant.

Are you a self-motivated and dedicated person with an eye for detail? If you get kicks from new challenges in a top professional, yet easy-going and fun, work environment, then we are eager to hear from you

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including but not limited to software licensing agreements, corporate and finance agreements, marketing agreements, and other vendor contracts.
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on legislative and regulatory changes to guide and safeguard the company's compliance and interests.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice on contractual matters to internal stakeholders, interpreting complex legal frameworks and business needs to enable strategic decision-making in a fast-paced gaming environment.
• Mitigate legal risks and guide various stakeholders on risk mitigation strategies
• Handle ad-hoc legal matters across the business, including employment law, data privacy and intellectual property.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and industry standards.
• Support the Director of Legal on wider legal projects as needed including improving contract management tools.
• Liaise with internal teams to deliver solutions quickly and effectively.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience as a practicing lawyer, with at least 3 years specifically within the gaming.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Intellectual Property (IP) law, particularly as it applies to software, content, and brands.
• In-depth knowledge of the Dutch legal system, demonstrable in-depth knowledge and practical experience with Dutch employment law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advisory skills.
• Strong written and spoken English language.
• Knowledge of the Dutch language would be advantageous.
  
• Must be based in Malta. 

What we offer: 

• A hybrid working model.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Brand new offices.
• Private parking.
• Private Health insurance.
• Wellness allowance up to €600 per year.
• Employee assistance program with Richmond Foundation.
• Birthday wishes with something special.
• Office lunches and daily nibbles such as fresh fruit and healthy snacks.
• Meal allowance.
• Lots of great company discounts.

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