Senior Legal Counsel (12-month fixed-term contract)
VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Legal team in Sydney and are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
As Senior Legal Counsel at VGW, you'll provide strategic, commercially focused legal support, help shape the way we work through ongoing legal operations improvements, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team by mentoring junior team members.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing clear, strategic legal advice across a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters
- Building strong relationships across the business and helping teams better understand legal risk
- Sharing knowledge and supporting team development through training and mentoring
- Contributing to legal operations improvements and helping evolve internal processes
What you will bring to the role:
- Admitted to practice law in Australia, with strong commercial experience, ideally gained in the technology sector
- Confident drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts, ideally with some IP or licensing experience
- Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and take ownership of your matters
- Comfortable navigating complex legal issues and providing clear, practical advice
- Great communicator and team player, with the ability to build strong relationships across the business
- Prior experience in gaming or working with regulators in highly regulated industries (like the MGA) is advantageous but not required
About VGW
VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.
Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.
Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.
At VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.
Why VGW?
At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.
Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.
We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.
But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.
It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things.
If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.
Find out more at www.vgw.co
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