Overview
A leading company in the sports betting and online gaming industry is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide legal and commercial advice related to partnerships and agreements. This role involves negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position reports to the Associate General Counsel and requires independent operation with accountability over assigned responsibilities.
This role can 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 (sweepstakes, 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 solutions to complex issues, inspiring confidence in business partners.
- Proactively identify and advise on legal issues arising from 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.
- Participate in team projects and initiatives to improve commercial legal processes, update contract templates, and drive adoption of contract management tools.
- Demonstrate strong work ethic, ownership of complex projects, sound judgment, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exhibit leadership and teamwork skills to foster a collaborative environment.
- Maintain professionalism and credibility, employing strong advocacy skills tactfully.
- Ensure confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.
- Coordinate legal input by collaborating with other attorneys in the legal department.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Associate General Counsel.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
- 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-house, regulated industries, or negotiating technology services, software, and 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 legal issues, conduct research, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience with contract management tools preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual salary range: $135,000 to $170,000, dependent on geography, skills, education, experience, and qualifications.
- Eligibility for participation in a performance-based bonus plan.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Pre-tax spending accounts such as health care FSA and commuter savings.
- Flexible paid time off.
- Professional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training.
- Employee resource groups.
- Additional perks such as company swag and ticket giveaways.
Location
This position may be based in Jersey City, New Jersey, or performed remotely.
Additional Requirements
- Candidates 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.
- Compliance with state gaming regulations is required, including licensing obligations. Employees must obtain and maintain required gaming licenses, which involve comprehensive background checks.
- Support and compliance with responsible gambling policies and initiatives are mandatory.