Legal Counsel, Commercial

Overview

A legal counsel position is available to provide advice on legal and commercial matters related to new and existing partnerships and agreements. This role involves negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial contracts and supporting the advancement of commercial initiatives in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position reports to the Associate General Counsel and requires independent operation with accountability over assigned responsibilities. The role may be based in Jersey City, New Jersey, or performed remotely.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts including payment processing agreements, vendor agreements (MSAs/SOWs for marketing, technology, data, and intellectual property), use license agreements, market access agreements, partnership agreements, sponsorship agreements, affiliate agreements, and promotions such as sweepstakes and contests.
• Draft and synthesize key contract clauses and create bespoke agreements for unique business transactions.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools to efficiently review and draft agreements and provide timely, data-informed legal guidance.
• Collaborate with business partners to lead negotiations with partners, suppliers, and affiliates across various business functions.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritizing and triaging effectively.
• Maintain an organized executed contract repository using the company’s contract management system.
• Assess risks and apply sound business and legal judgment to respond to inquiries, make decisions, and negotiate deals under tight deadlines.
• Provide well-reasoned legal advice and practical, creative solutions to complex issues to inspire confidence among business partners.
• Demonstrate confidence in risk-managed decision-making and judgment.
• Proactively identify and advise on legal issues arising from potential and existing commercial relationships.
• Support and advise business partners across product, technology, sports betting and gaming operations, marketing, finance, and human resources on contractual and commercial matters.
• Assist in team projects and initiatives, including improving commercial legal processes, updating contract templates, and driving adoption of the contract management tool.
• Exhibit strong work ethic, ownership of complex projects, sound judgment, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills to support a collaborative environment.
• Maintain professionalism and credibility, deploying advocacy skills tactfully and effectively.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, internal clients, and external business partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate the highest integrity.
• Coordinate cross-functional legal input by collaborating with other attorneys in the legal department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Associate General Counsel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Minimum of three years as a licensed attorney with progressive responsibility in contract review and negotiation.
• Experience in a top-tier law firm and/or equivalent in-house legal experience.
• Preferred experience includes working in an in-house legal department, regulated industry, or negotiating technology services, software, or SaaS transactions.
• Gaming license registration as required by applicable jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of legal strategies and principles related to contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to analyze and apply legal principles and precedents, perform legal research, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations.
• Basic proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with contract management tools preferred.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship. This role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN, OPT).

Gaming Compliance & Licensing Requirements

• Employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency as required by state gaming regulations.
• Certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies.
• Failure to obtain or maintain required licenses may result in termination.
• Licensing includes comprehensive background checks covering criminal records, financial history, and personal background verification.
• Candidates must comply with and support responsible gambling policies, procedures, and initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $135,000 to $170,000.
• Starting pay within this range depends on geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.
• Eligibility for participation in a performance-based bonus plan.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; pre-tax spending accounts including health care FSA and commuter savings; flexible paid time off; professional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training; employee resource groups; and additional perks such as swag and ticket giveaways.

Location

• Position may be based in Jersey City, New Jersey, or performed remotely.