Litigation Counsel

VGW Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

VGW Australia is seeking a Litigation Counsel to join our Legal team in Sydney. You will manage VGW's litigation matters, provide strategic advice on disputes, and work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to mitigate risk.

You will oversee disputes, arbitration, and regulatory compliance, advising on contracts and internal policies. The role requires strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE with strong commercial litigation and regulatory experience.
• Admitted to practise in Australia.
• Ability to translate technical legal information for a lay audience.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing disputes, arbitration, and litigation matters, coordinating with external counsel and developing litigation strategies
• Providing oversight on customer or contractual disputes, complaints, and information requests
• Delivering commercial legal advice, reviewing agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising on internal policies and terms of use

Skills

Commercial litigation

Regulatory experience

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Law degree

Job description

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Legal team and are currently looking for a Litigation Counsel to join the team.

In this role, you will help manage VGW's litigation affairs, providing strategic advice on disputes, managing legal risks, and working closely with internal business stakeholders and external counsel.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and overseeing disputes, arbitration, and litigation matters, including coordinating with external counsel and developing litigation strategies
• Providing oversight and advice on customer or contractual disputes, complaints, and information requests
• Delivering commercial legal advice, reviewing agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising on internal policies and terms of use

What you will bring to the role:

• 6+ years post-qualification experience (PQE) with strong commercial litigation and regulatory experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house team
• Admitted as a lawyer to practise in Australia
• High degree of commercial acumen with the ability to translate technical legal information for a lay audience
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and project management skills

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is "our players come first". This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we're more than just a team. We're a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what's right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that's why we're all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We're also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.

But it's not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It's our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we'll achieve remarkable things.