Legal Counsel

4 Weeks ago • 7-10 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Legal Counsel at Krafton, you will provide strategic legal guidance and ensure compliance across business functions. Your responsibilities will include handling corporate legal matters, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, research and advise on Indian regulations, handle litigation matters, and support compliance functions. Additionally, you'll collaborate with HQ and global teams, advise on company formation, manage board operations, and provide legal counsel across the organization, translating legal concepts for business stakeholders.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university in India.
  • Licensed to practice law in India.
  • 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience.
  • Experience in commercial transactions and legal research.
  • Experience in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications sectors.
  • Ability to work independently and handle day-to-day legal tasks.
  • Strong sense of customer support and excellent interpersonal skills.
Good to have:
  • Company Secretary (CS) qualification is a plus.
  • A mix of law firm and in-house experience.

Job Details

[ WHO WE ARE ]

Based out of South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is committed to discovering and globally publishing games that deliver a uniquely fun experience with global production studios known for distinctive creatives. Founded in 2007, KRAFTON consists of PUBG STUDIOS, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, Striking Distance Studios, Dreamotion, Unknown Worlds, 5minlab, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio and ReLU Games, each trying to innovate the enjoyment of games through continuously embracing challenges and new technologies, expanding our platforms and services to win the hearts of more fans.

KRAFTON India has established itself as a trailblazer in the gaming industry, driven by its unwavering commitment to delivering distinctive and enjoyable gaming experiences. At the heart of KRAFTON India's success lies a deep understanding of the Indian gaming community.

The company takes immense pride in its premier entertainment properties, which include highly popular titles like BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), CookieRun India, Road To Valor: Empires, Defense Derby, and New State Mobile. These games have not only captured the hearts of Indian players but have also played a pivotal role in fostering a thriving e-sports ecosystem in the country.

With a focus on India, KRAFTON is dedicated to nurturing the gaming and start-up ecosystem. In line with this commitment, KRAFTON initiated the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) in October 2023. KIGI aims to support 6-10 teams annually, with program durations ranging from six months to one year. Additionally, KRAFTON India has invested over $150 million in the Indian market in the past two years. It has committed an additional $150 million to the Indian start-up ecosystem over the next three years.

 

[ ABOUT THE ROLE ]

As a Legal Counsel at Krafton, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic legal guidance and ensuring compliance across various business functions. You will be responsible for handling corporate legal matters, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution. This role requires a deep understanding of media, technology, and finance laws, along with strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team, think independently, take initiative in legal affairs, and work in one of the most exciting industries in the world. As Legal Counsel, you will be part of a fast-growing legal department and will report directly to the Head of East Legal.

[ REQUIREMENTS ]

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university in India.
  • Licensed to practice law in India.
  • 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience at a leading law firm or as in-house counsel at a multinational corporation, preferably in media/entertainment, technology, or fintech industries.
  • Substantial experience in commercial transactions, legal research, and regulatory advice.
  • Solid experience in various legal matters related to the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications sectors.
  • Review changes to applicable laws and regulations and advise, either independently or with other legal team members, regarding any impact on the business. 
  • Able to work independently and handle day-to-day legal tasks.
  • Flexibility to work with different time zones 
  • Team player capable of working both independently and with others 
  • Must have a sense of humor and interest in gaming.  
  • Strong sense of customer support and excellent interpersonal/communication skills. 
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to manage complex legal issues.

[ RESPONSIBILITIES ]

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, licensing agreements, content acquisition agreements, marketing agreements, publishing and development agreements, and data privacy-related agreements
  • Research and advise on Indian regulations, including data protection laws such as the DPDPA.
  • Handle civil and criminal litigation matters.
  • Respond to requests from law enforcement and investigative authorities.
  • Support compliance functions, including employment and IP.
  • Collaborate with HQ and global teams on product launches and cross-border regulatory issues.
  • Advise on company formation, structuring, tax, FDI
  • Manage board operations and internal governance policies
  • Provide practical legal counsel across all levels of the organization and support global legal department operations, including translating legal concepts for business stakeholders and working closely with production, marketing, and business development teams.
  • Be the first point of contact for certain business teams regarding their legal needs.
  • Perform other relevant legal duties as assigned.

[ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS]

  • Company Secretary (CS) qualification is a plus.
  • A mix of law firm and in-house experience.

 

 

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About The Company

Headquartered in South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is dedicated to discovering and publishing captivating games that offer fun and unique experiences. Established in 2007, KRAFTON is home to globally renowned developers that include Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, VECTOR NORTH, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, and Flyway Games. Each studio strives to continuously take on new challenges and leverage innovative technologies with a goal to win over more fans by broadening KRAFTON’s platforms and services. KRAFTON India has established itself as a trailblazer in the gaming industry, driven by its unwavering commitment to delivering distinctive and enjoyable gaming experiences. We take immense pride in our premier entertainment properties that include highly popular titles like BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), Road To Valor: Empires, Garuda Saga, Defense Derby, New State Mobile. These games have not only captured the hearts of Indian players but have also played a pivotal role in fostering a thriving e-sports ecosystem in the country. By organizing India-centric events and delivering localized content, KRAFTON India has made substantial contributions to the growth of e-sports in India. With an active investment approach, KRAFTON India has strategically channeled over $150 million into the Indian market over between 2021 to 2023 and recently announced another 150$ million to the Indian start-up ecosystem for the next two years. These investments primarily target gaming, technology start-ups, and media and entertainment sectors. With an India-first approach, KRAFTON remains committed to fostering holistic growth of the gaming and startup ecosystem in the country and as a part of this objective, KRAFTON launched KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator in October 2023 (KIGI).

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