What are you working on?
* The name of the project(s): UFL
* Genres: Sports, Simulation
* Platforms: PC, Console
For which tasks (responsibilities)?
* Intellectual Property
- Advising the business on all aspects of IP, including TMs and copyrights, IP aspects of products releases.
- Supervising IP portfolio management. Resolve IP infringement issues.
- Advising the business in regard to copyright matters, including IP licenses, copyright clearance, permission to use third-party copyright works, cooperating closely with the license and partnerships department.
* Commercial Contracts
- Managing, drafting and negotiating multiple commercial agreements (license, marketing, publishing, partnerships etc.) with sports outfit brands, football clubs, ads agents, ambassadors, software service providers etc.
- Working with product teams and marketing departments on commercial deals with key contractors and strategic partners.
- Working closely with the business development team to improve the contractual workflow.
* Product Compliance
- Assist in defining content moderation policies and manage compliance with distribution platforms, partnering brands, football industry institutions and related organizations rules;
- Ensure Product Liability and Safety issues through identifying and mitigating risks;
- Reviews product features for compliance with applicable regulations on digital content/services, loot boxes, consumer protection, age ratings, online advertising and other related subjects.
* Team Management
- Building up an effective Product Legal Team with the clear potential to scale up;
- Organize and supervise effective recruiting, strong team management and deep expertise;
- Organize and manage sound legal operations structure and transparent business processes.
What kind of professional are we looking for?
* You are confident with a commercial sense, pragmatic and solutions oriented;
* You are interested in and ready to actively participate in development of company’s products through optimizing, improving and simplifying cooperation between departments and teams;
* You are able to collaborate positively, respectfully and effectively with each seniority level;
* You are passionate about sharing experience with junior team members and colleagues from different expertise;
* You have a keen interest in football business, including knowledge of championships, leagues, clubs, players, seasons, transfers and the latest football and video gaming trends.
Requirements:
* Strong academic credentials, including an appropriate law degree;
* Post education experience: 7+ (preferably 9+) years of legal experience in a law firm, in-house or a mix, ideally in information technologies and interactive entertainment;
* Hands-on experience with EU regulations and English contract law;
* Strong analytical skills, ability to conduct legal research and demonstrate excellent judgment;
* Strong written and oral communication skills;
* Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage team, follow through and meet deadlines;
* Ability to work independently;
* Fluent English.
Why do we enjoy working here?
Our team unites creative professionals who have made a great effort to develop a top-quality project for gaming consoles. If you possess experience in game development or are just a gamer to the core, you are welcome to be a part of our international team, where your skills and creativity will be boosted, and the possibility for growth will always be in the game!
What are the conditions and bonuses?
* Medical insurance and social benefits;
* Sick-leaves;
* Referral bonuses;
* Sports compensation;
* Online English classes;
* Co-working compensation.