Legal Counsel

Who we are

Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. It currently owns and manages 15 casinos across 10 states, a golf course in New York, a horse racetrack in Colorado, and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Bally's Interactive International, formerly Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform, and Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform.

With 10,600 employees, the Company's casino operations include approximately 15,300 slot machines, 580 table games and 3,800 hotel rooms. Upon completing the construction of a permanent casino facility in Chicago, Bally's will own and/or manage 15 casinos across 10 states. Bally’s also has rights to developable land in Las Vegas post the closure of the Tropicana.

Well, what about the team?

The Legal Counsel serves as an important member of the Legal Team and is responsible for providing clear legal advice to the international business on a range of different matters, adopting a pragmatic and solution focused approach. This role works closely with other members of the Legal Team and also the international Interactive business to provide strategic legal guidance, manage regulatory risk and ensure legal compliance with applicable laws. The role partners with the various internal business units to support global growth initiatives while protecting the company's legal interests.

So, what will you be doing?

• Drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, including technology, data rights, media and advertising, brand licensing & partnerships and software licensing & development contracts.
• Monitoring legal & regulatory developments affecting the International Business, advising stakeholders of such developments and supporting the delivery of any resulting operational change.
• Support with market launches and licence applications, both in Malta and internationally.
• Advising stakeholders on marketing and advertising compliance and the launch of new products.
• Providing legal advice on a wide range of legal matters.
• Serving as a key subject matter expert and strategic advisor to the International Business in relation to legal obligations.
• Working across the business to ensure joined-up thinking with group functions/stakeholders including IP, Disputes, Privacy, Compliance, CoSec, Tax, Finance and Business Development.
• Providing legal training to parts of the business where required and contributing to developing the team’s know-how and precedent bank.

And what are we looking for?

Technical Expertise:

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in relation to a broad range of commercial contracts.
• Good understanding of gaming laws and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to clearly explain complex principles in simple plain language.
• Demonstrate excellent commercial acumen and commercial awareness.
• Demonstrate an understanding of commercial realities/priorities of the business and able to give balanced views on risk, adapting approach for the “bigger picture” where necessary.
• Using comprehensive knowledge and skills to work independently (with occasional guidance).
• Ability to be able to manage ambiguity and operate effectively even when a scenario is not certain or clear.

Professional & Personal Qualities:

• Outstanding negotiation and diplomatic skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Solutions oriented – looking at business cases from a perspective of how they can be achieved.
• Manage complexity, making sense of complex, high volume information to effectively solve problems.
• Ability to effectively lead, guide and support others.
• Team player – always willing to go the extra mile to support others.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex, global organization.

Experience:

• 2-5 years PQE (or similar) ideally in private practice or in-house with a focus on technology / gambling / media / sports.
• Good understanding of the gambling regulatory framework in the UK (knowledge of regulatory frameworks of other territories is a plus).
• Understanding of GDPR and Privacy Laws.

This is what you'll get

Different benefits packages are tailored to fit each location, but here’s a taste of what may be on offer:

• Annual leave
• Pension plan
• Health insurance
• Company share scheme
• Volunteering days
• Home office allowance
• Wellness or Gym allowance

DNA / Values

At Bally’s Interactive, we are driven by a set of core values that we like to call our DNA. We strive to embody our DNA and keep them at the heart of everything we do!

We are Always Ready to embrace change, adapt, and do what it takes to delight our customers. We believe that You Make the Difference, which is what gives our players the best experience and keeps them back. We are All One Team, looking out for each other, respecting diversity while connecting through a common purpose. Our teams are Learning Every Day by showing constant curiosity and the drive to learn from successes, mistakes, new experiences, and the people around us. At Bally’s we Love to Lead by thinking differently, seeking innovation, and always looking for ways to raise our game.

Equal Opportunities

At Bally’s Interactive, we are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and working conditions. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are important to us, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success, this is our superpower.

We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, political opinion or disability.