Legal Counsel

Build a Rocket Boy; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Legal Counsel and immerse yourself in a dynamic role that spans the exciting realms of entertainment law. You will be at the forefront of negotiating commercial agreements, navigating complex IP clearances, and advising on regulatory matters. This is an opportunity to establish yourself as a trusted adviser, providing practical legal solutions while collaborating with various business teams. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to employee well-being, this role offers a unique chance to influence cutting-edge projects in the gaming industry and contribute to a vibrant company culture that values its people.

Benefits

Unlimited Coaching & Therapy

Stock Options

Pension Scheme

Social Events

25 Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle2Work Scheme

Electric Car Charging

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with at least 2 years post-qualified experience.
• Experience in Commercial and IP law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and software licenses.
• Advise on IP-related matters and provide practical legal advice.
• Support business teams with actionable legal guidance.

Skills

Commercial Law

IP Law

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

In-house Legal Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales or Scotland

Job description

Legal Counsel

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Remote

Reporting To: Sarah Higgins-Sierra

Description

You will have the opportunity to be involved in a very broad range of matters, working across the full spectrum of the business. This will include negotiating commercial agreements and software licenses and working on a broad range of other matters such as IP clearances for our games, data protection, human resources, marketing, facilities and regulatory matters (e.g. relating to the Online Safety Act and the Digital Services Act).

You will establish yourself as a trusted adviser to your stakeholders, fielding questions on some of the most cutting edge and exciting legal questions in the entertainment space.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Build a Rocket Boy’s (BARB) business teams (including Publishing, Development and Brands) and other corporate functions (such as Finance, HR and Facilities) to provide practical and actionable advice.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, software licenses, third party vendor agreements (such as influencer agreements), confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements and other agreements.
• Advise on various IP-related matters such as music and software licensing, IP clearances, trade mark matters and regulatory matters relating to UGC content.
• Support on key projects such as the development of templates, establishment of training programs for stakeholders.
• Advise on interpretation of legal documents and applicable laws and regulations in a manner that provides practical and timely legal advice on complex issues, while balancing risk to the business.
• Provide support for transactions, including financings and M&A as well as other business development transactions and Corporate matters, as required.
• Manage outside counsel on a broad range of topics including commercial, employment and data protection matters.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Qualified lawyer admitted in England & Wales, Scotland or another relevant jurisdiction.
• At least 2 years post-qualified experience, although candidates outside of this range are encouraged to apply if they have the relevant experience.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and willing to handle a broad range of tasks for multiple clients and get stuck in with all types of work.
• Some experience working in-house preferred.
• Demonstrable experience in Commercial and IP law preferred.
• Willingness to work outside comfort zone and work in areas that are new to you.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in video games a plus.

Job Benefits

Our Global Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health.
• Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success.
• Pension scheme — up to 5% employer matched contribution to finance those golden years.
• Socials — office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties.
• And even more benefits based on your location!

If you’re based in the UK

• 25 Annual Leave + 8 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you.
• Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA.
• Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash.
• Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
• Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.