Overview
An established technology company specializing in adult entertainment and gaming platforms is seeking a pragmatic and business-minded Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team. The organization operates with a hybrid work environment, offering collaborative office spaces in Montreal (Quebec), Austin (Texas), and Nicosia (Cyprus), while also supporting remote team members.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including services agreements, license agreements, NDAs, intercompany agreements, and corporate legal documentation.
- Provide clear and practical legal advice on commercial, technology, and intellectual property matters, including emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and internet law.
- Support product, commercial, and strategic initiatives by identifying legal risks and proposing practical solutions.
- Conduct legal research and prepare concise guidance on applicable laws, regulations, and emerging legal issues.
- Assist with discovery and due diligence related to litigation, audits, financing, and transactional matters.
- Support intellectual property enforcement activities, including cease-and-desist letters and domain name dispute processes (e.g., UDRP or URS).
- Monitor and advise on legal developments in artificial intelligence, data privacy, and internet law to ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of contract templates, legal playbooks, and internal processes.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of legal experience, ideally in commercial, technology, or intellectual property law.
- Member in good standing of the Quebec or Ontario Bar.
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly explain legal concepts to business stakeholders.
- Bilingual in French and English.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent matters and meet tight deadlines.
- Proven experience collaborating with diverse departments and operations teams to achieve business objectives.
- Ability to coordinate with external counsel and manage legal matters across North American and European time zones.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting common law jurisdictions.
- Prior in-house experience in a global technology or digital company.
- Experience advising on intellectual property or technology licensing matters.
- Familiarity with legal issues related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, or other emerging technologies.
- Experience advising on internet law, digital content regulation, or data privacy matters.
Additional Information
- This role may involve exposure to adult content.
Location
- Offices located in Montreal (Quebec), Austin (Texas), and Nicosia (Cyprus) with hybrid and remote work options available.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.