Commercial Legal Counsel

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a global iGaming entertainment company operating more than 30 brands, that is seeking to onboard a Commercial Legal Counsel to join their expanding Legal team.

This role suits an ambitious commercial lawyer who enjoys handling complex transactions across multiple jurisdictions. You will advise the business on a broad range of legal matters, lead commercial contract negotiations, support licensing and intellectual property matters, and contribute to corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.

Position: Commercial Legal Counsel

Location: Limassol, Cyprus

Model: On-site

Employment type:  Full time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Provide day-to-day legal advice on commercial, employment, partnership, international business and corporate finance matters

- Advise executives on a broad range of commercial legal issues, providing accurate and timely guidance

- Lead negotiations for commercial agreements, including game supplier contracts, payment service provider agreements, licence agreements, NDAs and marketing agreements

- Advise on intellectual property rights and licensing matters

- Coordinate with external legal counsel on jurisdiction-specific matters, including litigation, enforcement and licence applications

- Support the development and delivery of legal training for team members and business stakeholders

- Contribute to drafting and implementing company policies and procedures

- Support mergers and acquisitions in collaboration with the management team

REQUIREMENTS

- Law degree (LLB); an LLM is an advantage

- Admission to the Bar in the candidate's jurisdiction of origin

- Ideally, at least 4 years of legal experience

- Proven experience working as an in-house Legal Counsel

- Strong knowledge of corporate law and legal procedures

- Fluent English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

BENEFITS

- Excellent working environment

- Monetary vouchers for birthdays and other special occasions

- Fully equipped kitchen and in-house entertainment space

- Eligibility to enrol in the company's medical insurance plan

- Eligibility to enrol in the company's pension plan

- Company activities, including monthly lunches, corporate gatherings, an intercompany football team and competitions

- Casual dress code

- Opportunities for professional development within a major international iGaming organisation