Commercial Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom LeoVegas Group Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Legal Counsel to join our dynamic in-house legal team at LeoVegas Group. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including sports sponsorship deals, marketing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including sports sponsorship deals, marketing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
  • Collaborate with professionals across various departments to build strong relationships and raise awareness around key commercial legal risks and mitigations.
  • Deliver presentations and training to stakeholders to assist with upskilling and improving their understanding of contracts and legal processes.
  • Support the improvement of existing and development of new precedent/template agreements and legal processes to ensure an efficient service to the business.
  • Review potentially infringing domain, trademark, and app watch service reports, determining next steps and monitoring progress to ensure a satisfactory outcome for the business.
  • Respond to queries received from stakeholders in the commercial team regarding the use and risk mitigation of 3rd party intellectual property in marketing campaigns.
  • Assist in the resolution of disputes, including potential litigation with customers and suppliers, collaborating with external legal counsel if required.
Requirements
  • UK/EU qualified solicitor with at least 2 years of experience in-house or within a private practice law firm.
  • Demonstrable experience in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing various types of legal agreements.
  • Ability to plan and coordinate projects with colleagues in various teams across the business.
  • Proactive approach in identifying legal risks and proposing practical preventive strategies.
  • Ability to think outside the box to come up with practical commercial solutions to problems.
  • Self-driven and able to take ownership of all tasks and projects, driving them through to completion while managing competing priorities.
What We Offer
  • Hybrid work policy.
  • 28 days paid leave + public/bank holidays in England.
  • Matched pension contributions up to 6%.
  • BUPA healthcare which covers pre-existing conditions plus a cash-back plan to support with dental, optical, and other treatments.
  • Free onsite parking and complimentary snacks and drinks.
  • Team and office social events throughout the year.
  • Enhanced parental leave.


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