Legal Counsel (Gaming)

Blazesoft LTD. is a rapidly growing technology company and provider of leading online social games. With offices located in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, we’re on a mission to be the most loved gaming company in the gaming world!

Due to major growth, we are expanding our Legal team and are currently looking for an additional Legal Counsel team member to join us. You may be located in any jurisdiction but must be willing to relocate to GTA (Toronto), Canada as this is an IN-OFFICE position. Direct gaming industry experience is a must; candidates with no prior gaming experience will not be contacted. We will provide reasonable relocation assistance, in case of a match.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day legal operations of the organization, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance
  

• Review marketing campaigns to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation, including promotions, terms and conditions, and emerging issues and technologies
  

• Stay informed about changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company and proactively advise management on potential legal risks and implications
  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks in business transactions and activities
  

• Support the People & Culture team in employment law and industrial relationship matters
  

Requirements

What you will bring to the role:

• At least four to seven (4-7) years post qualification experience with direct gaming industry experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house is a must
  

• You are admitted as a lawyer to practice in any jurisdiction but willing to relocate to GTA (Toronto), Canada
  

• Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively
  

• Strong communication and organizational skills
  

• Strong risk management skills
  

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
  

• Agile with an ability to pivot and move fast with the executive team
  

• You are flexible in your learning and can grow quickly alongside a rapidly growing team.
  

Benefits