Paralegal, D2C (Payments & Store)

Sony Playstation; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and inclusive company is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join their Direct-to-Consumer team. In this role, you will provide essential legal and operational support, managing software licensing agreements and ensuring compliance in e-commerce. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll help navigate complex legal issues while enhancing your understanding of the gaming industry. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of entertainment in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and have a passion for technology and law, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discretionary bonus opportunity

Hybrid Working

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Scheme

25 days holiday per year

On Site Gym

Subsidised Café

Free soft drinks

On site bar

Access to cycle garage and showers

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in entertainment or technology.
• Strong understanding of software licensing practices and consumer protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage software licensing agreements and legal documentation.
• Support compliance and regulatory matters for e-commerce.

Skills

Software Licensing

E-commerce Compliance

Consumer Protection

Contract Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Paralegal Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Tools

Conga

Agiloft

CLM Platforms

Job description

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Role Overview:

Join PlayStation and help shape the future of gaming and entertainment! As a Paralegal, you'll provide critical legal and operational support to PlayStation’s innovative and growing Direct-to-Consumer team. Your work will include managing a diverse portfolio of software licensing agreements for fraud, payments and data vendors, support compliance and regulatory matters for e-commerce, with an emphasis on payments, and coordinating deals that enhance the PlayStation e-commerce ecosystem and drive significant growth. As a key team member, you'll help ensure our commerce strategy brings the PlayStation brand to millions of fans through an impactful commerce journey that allows our users to safely login, play, and transact.

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, highly organized paralegal with experience in software licensing, e-commerce, consumer protection, and brand compliance. You will collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams within legal and the business to help understand business priorities, realize efficiency and provide meaningful guidance. You will be expected to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage a high volume of agreements, and provide reliable guidance while collaborating seamlessly with legal and business stakeholders.

If you're ready to join a team at the intersection of creativity, technology, and entertainment, PlayStation is the place for you!

What you’ll be doing:

• Draft, review, and manage software licensing agreements, amendments, renewals, extensions, NDAs and other legal documentation.
• Provide ongoing support for the PlayStation Direct and PlayStation Store business.
• Manage the submission process for due diligence compliance checks for direct and third-party merchandisers.
• Support legal team members on consumer protection and compliance related matters.
• Track and assist on regulatory changes related to all aspects of e-commerce.
• Serve as the lead coordinator for the Direct-to-Consumer team’s work with Legal Operations, ensuring smooth collaboration and efficient processes.
• Collaborate closely with teams from different regions, cross-functional groups, and legal subject matter experts to address complex legal issues and provide global solutions.
• Continuously enhance your understanding of the video game industry, PlayStation products and services, and legal developments through hands-on experience, industry events, and professional legal training.

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years (or equivalent) paralegal or contract management experience, particularly working in-house in an entertainment or technology company’s licensing team.
• Experience managing commercial transactions.
• Experience in the video game, entertainment, or consumer products industry is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of consumer protection laws and software licensing practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in licensing management, contract management, and sales tools (e.g., Conga, Agiloft, CLM platforms).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with internal and external partners.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• Free soft drinks
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.