Assistant General Counsel – Interactive

Aristocrat Leisure Ltd.; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Aristocrat Interactive seeks an Assistant General Counsel to provide strategic legal support for commercial transactions and operations. You will act as a trusted advisor across content and aggregation, negotiating key agreements and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Junior to senior level collaboration with IT, real estate, finance and procurement is essential, as is managing external counsel and contributing to the Legal Team’s long-term strategy in a fast-paced, hybrid Las Vegas environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and bar admission in good standing.
• Over 10 years of experience as a commercial attorney, in-house or firm.
• Experience with online real money gaming content, aggregation and tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for Aristocrat Interactive business across content and aggregation.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts and transactions.
• Assess deals to minimize risk and advise on regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with IT, real estate, finance and procurement teams.
• Manage external counsel and contribute to the 2030 Legal Team strategy.

Skills

Commercial law

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Cross-border experience

Strategic partnerships

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Assistant General Counsel – Interactive# Careers at Aristocrat## Assistant General Counsel – InteractiveApply: Hybrid: Las Vegas, NV, US: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R0023041At Aristocrat, we are committed to bringing happiness to life through the power of play. We are a global leader in gaming content and technology. Our mission is to build outstanding experiences for our customers and players worldwide. As an Assistant General Counsel – Interactive, you will have a meaningful role in crafting the future of our Interactive business. You will ensure seamless legal support for our commercial transactions and activities. This is an exciting chance to join a dynamic and ambitious team that values collaboration, innovation, and achievement! **What You'll Do*** Act as a legal advisor for the Aristocrat Interactive business as guided by the Interim General Counsel – Interactive, supporting commercial Interactive issues primarily across our Content, Aggregation business.* Provide assistance for diverse general commercial issues, including management of commercial transactions and other commercial concerns as needed.* Provide accurate and timely legal services to business partners, including analyzing, researching, reviewing, interpretation, dispute resolution, drafting, and leading negotiations.* Lead or assist with the assessment of proposed transactions and the development of deal structures to minimize legal and business risks.* Interpret and advise applicable business units concerning relevant laws and regulations.* Promote seamless teamwork and become an essential strategic partner to the Interactive business. Collaborate with key Group functions like IT, real estate, finance and procurement. Support their strategic goals and objectives to make internal customer experience a competitive advantage.* Build and deliver cross-channel educational presentations and tools about relevant legal issues.* Work on special projects where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.* Support and role model Aristocrat’s and the Legal Team’s 2030 strategy.* Deliver timely and solution-focused legal services while managing cash flow and achieving budget targets.* Operate as a sustainability champion by providing advice and counsel to our business clients and ensuring that all initiatives meet legal requirements and advance our reputation.* Manage external counsel resources.* Championing a dedication to honesty, integrity, and responsible corporate behavior by encouraging a culture of compliance within the organization where employees feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct.* Consistently demonstrate the values of the Legal Team.* Consistently show a dedication to developing the strengths you'll need in leading yourself, others, the business, risk and compliance management, and future planning. **What We're Looking For*** A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a member in good standing with a State Bar* 10+ years minimum experience as a commercial attorney either with a law firm, corporation, or both* Experience in online real money gaming content, aggregation and technology experience preferred.* Experience with North America, EMEA, APAC and other international regions preferred.* Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other groups and to influence and establish effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.* Ability to manage competing priorities, simultaneously drive numerous projects, identify, and resolve business issues, and earn the confidence of executive business partners.* Excellent interpersonal, communication, drafting and negotiation skills* Outstanding business judgment and analytical skills* Experience handling all aspects of commercial contracts.* Comfort and familiarity with existing and emerging technology.* Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting that emphasizes data-driven outcomes and adapt quickly to changing priorities.* Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.* This role is based in Las Vegas and requires attendance in the office a minimum of 3 days a week in accordance with our hybrid working policy.*This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.*# **Compensation Philosophy**We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.