CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a long-established and highly regarded company operating in the iGaming industry, we are seeking to recruit a Commercial Legal Counsel to join their growing team based in Limassol. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising the group on a day-to-day basis on a variety of legal matters pertaining to labour law, partnerships, international ventures, and corporate finance. You should be educated to degree level in Law, preferably from a UK university. Our client is seeking applicants who possess approximately 5+ years of experience in a similar role, with specific experience gained working in either the iGaming or Payments industries considered a significant advantage. Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and relevant procedures are a must. Fluency in English is essential for this role. A highly competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered to the successful applicant, which includes private medical insurance, and a company provident fund. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Advising the group on a day to day basis on a variety of legal matters pertaining to labour law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc…
• Give accurate and timely legal advice to executives for a variety of commercial topics.
• Taking the lead in negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements including but not limited to, game supplier agreements, payment service provider agreements, license agreements, NDAs and marketing agreements.
• Advising the group on IP and licensing matters.
• Serve as a liaison with external legal counsels on jurisdictional-specific matters, including litigation, enforcement and license applications.
• Contributing to the training of the team and other business stakeholders.
• Contributing to the drafting and implementation of the groups’ policies and procedures.
• Supporting the M&A activities of the group in collaboration with the management team.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• A Law degree (LLB whilst LLM would be considered an advantage) preferably from a UK university.
• Admitted Attorney to the Bar of the State of origin.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Legal Counsel.
• Experience in regulated industries.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures.
• Fluency in English Language communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• iGaming experience and licensing experience will be an advantage.

Key Benefits: 

• Excellent work environment.
• Attractive salary package.
• Medical Insurance plan.
• Pension plan.
• A chance to advance professionally inside one of the world's largest iGaming organisations.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7438. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.