Legal Counsel IT

Ubisoft; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ubisoft recherche un avocat d'entreprise pour rejoindre son équipe juridique à Paris. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience en négociation de contrats IT et sera capable de fournir des conseils juridiques sur des technologies émergentes. Ce rôle implique également de former et de conseiller des équipes à travers le monde tout en surveillant les évolutions juridiques et technologiques dans l'industrie du jeu vidéo.

Prestations

Partage des bénéfices, plan d'épargne annuel.

25 jours de congés payés + 12 jours supplémentaires.

50% du pass de transport payé par l'entreprise.

Vouchers de déjeuner (9€/jour).

Assurance santé pour vous et votre famille.

Congés maternité de 20 semaines, congés paternité/co-parentaux de 7 semaines.

Salle de sport disponible dans le bâtiment.

Qualifications

• Expérience initiale solide en négociation de contrats, idéalement dans les technologies émergentes ou le droit de la propriété intellectuelle.
• Travail sur divers contrats et problèmes juridiques liés à la technologie et à la sécurité.
• Fluide en anglais.

Responsabilités

• Négocier des accords liés aux technologies de l'information, principalement en anglais.
• Fournir des conseils juridiques clairs et exploitables sur des sujets stratégiques et techniques.
• Surveiller les développements juridiques et technologiques impactant Ubisoft.

Connaissances

Négociation

Droit des contrats

Compétences interpersonnelles

Adaptabilité

Proactivité

Anglais

Description du poste

Job Description

As part of Ubisoft’s international headquarters, you will join the Legal team, which is structured around key areas of expertise such as Business, Content, Data, Employment, Trademarks, and more.

In your role as Legal Counsel, you will be at the forefront of Ubisoft’s legal strategy on emerging technologies. Your work will involve drafting contracts, shaping strategic guidance, and assessing legal risks to support operational teams -especially IT and Procurement- in the company's best interest.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating IT-related agreements, primarily in English. This includes software licensing, cloud services, AI technologies, hosting, connectivity, development, systems integration, consulting, and more.
• Providing clear, actionable legal advice on strategic and technical topics (cloud licensing, open source, AI, cybersecurity, etc.) by translating complex legal concepts into practical guidance.
• Negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, such as licensing, distribution, publishing, and strategic partnerships, as well as "workplace" contracts.
• Supporting, advising, and training teams across the globe to promote legal best practices throughout the organization.
• Monitoring legal and technological developments that could impact Ubisoft and the broader video game industry.
• Anticipating challenges and contributing to the ongoing improvement of internal legal processes and practices.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should have a solid initial experience in contract negotiation, ideally within IT, emerging technologies, or intellectual property law.

If you're ready to take on this challenge, and you recognise yourself in the following statements, then don't hesitate!

• You’ve worked on a variety of contracts, handling drafting, negotiation, and legal issues related to technology and security across multiple jurisdictions.

• You have a strong foundation in contract law.

• You’re a trusted business partner, solution-oriented, and comfortable adapting to change.

• You bring excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.

• You’re proactive, self-driven, and also a strong team player.

• You are fluent in English.

Additional Information

Recruitment Process

[30 minutes]: Telephone interview with the recruiter
[60 minutes]: interview with the manager and the recruiter
[60 minutes]: interview with the N+2 and our Chief Legal Officer

Ubisoft's perks

• Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan.
• 25 paid time off + 12 additional paid days off.
• 50% of your transportation pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9€/day), healthcare for you and your family, and lots of Ubisoft additional perks.
• Maternity leaves of 20 weeks, paternity/co-parental leaves of 7 weeks.
• Our office is located in Saint Mandé, (Metro line 1, Saint Mandé station). Gym available in the building.
• According to Ubisoft's hybrid work model, our flexible work policy includes a minimum of 3 days a week in our Saint-Mandé office and the remaining 2 days working from home.
  

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our gamers community.

Check out this guide to help you with your application, and learn about our actions to encourage more diversity and inclusion.

Company Description

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.

Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.