Work as a Senior Legal Counsel (8 mth FTC) in London
As Senior Legal Counsel at Fnatic, you will be a key point of contact for the business and an integral support on day-to-day activity for our legal team. In doing so, you will bring to life Fnatic’s performance brand and ‘digital first’ philosophy as it applies to the delivery of world-class legal services, for a business operating at the cutting edge of sports, entertainment and technology.
You will work on a wide variety of commercial and risk management matters, including sponsorships, regulatory (particularly consumer and data protection), intellectual property, employment, supplier contracts and professional gaming contracts (for players and coaches) - with assistance from outside counsel, where necessary.
The role is offered on a fixed-term basis until the end of 2023 to add capacity to the team while our General Counsel is on parental leave. You'll report to our Head of Legal and will assist in supporting two Trainee Counsels in the team.
We’re open to this role being a part-time position for four days per week.
Your mission is to:
Support the Head of Legal in managing legal and regulatory matters across the Fnatic group of companies
Identify areas of risk, and take appropriate action to proactively mitigate risk in collaboration with accountable team members
Draft and review legal documentation and contracts in the various areas of our business, such as professional gaming player contracts, supplier agreements and sponsorship/ partnership contracts
Negotiate and agree contractual terms with other parties and liaise with external lawyers and advisors where appropriate
Develop a close relationship with business stakeholders and act as a business partner to understand needs and objectives
Support the Head of Legal to manage team members in accordance with our internal development frameworks, and build in-house counsel expertise which maps against Fnatic's strategic plans
Support external Company Secretary with Companies House administration
Support with management of intellectual property assets, in connection with external advisors
Assist in the management of litigation matters when they arise
Report legal risks and advise on appropriate options/solutions to senior stakeholders
Advise on corporate communications, reputation management and confidentiality matters
We're looking for:
Ideally c.8 years' PQE (but we will consider other applicants)
Previous in-house experience in sports, media or entertainment. It is not essential that you are a gamer or that you have an in-depth knowledge of esports
A willingness to learn
A passion for levelling themselves up and the people around them
A track record of sustained delivery in a fast-paced working environment
An innovative approach to problem-solving and a delivery mindset
An understanding of the needs and expectations of progressive in-house teams
What we have to offer:
The chance to learn from an ambitious and super creative team, and enjoy the buzz of our fast-paced business
Hybrid onsite/remote work policy
Private medical insurance (Vitality)
ASOS discount
Eyecare vouchers
Cycle to work scheme
Self-development book requests for the Fnatic Library
Fnatic shop staff discount
Fruit, drinks and snacks available daily in the office
Regular lunch clubs, office drinks and other social activities
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: #AlwaysFnatic
At Fnatic, we believe that a diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone. We strive to recruit and nurture an inclusive workforce who feel empowered every day to forge the future as part of the Black and Orange family.
We know that applying for jobs can be daunting - but be assured that at Fnatic:
- Who you are, and how you identify has no impact on our selection process
- We understand no candidate will tick 100% of what our job descriptions are seeking, so if you’re missing a point here or there, we still want to hear from you
- We're happy to consider reasonable adjustments where needed to fully participate in Fnatic’s recruitment experience - just let us know.
About us
Fnatic is a global esports performance brand headquartered in London, laser-focused on seeking out, levelling up and amplifying gamers and creators. Our history is unparalleled. Founded in 2004, we are the most successful esports brand of the last decade, winning more than 200 championships across 30 different games.
Today, driven by our ability to advance esports performance, Fnatic is the channel through which the most forward-thinking brands communicate with young people. We deliver industry-leading content, experiences and activations globally with bases in Berlin, Belgrade, Tokyo among others. Our pros and creators generate hundreds of millions of watch hours, showcasing our global partners to an audience of millions of fans across our social platforms.
Forging the future is in our DNA. We pioneered the intersection of street culture and esports with merch collaborations, and continue to lead the industry with the quality of our pro wear and fan apparel. After launching in 2016, our award-winning esports equipment (comprising mice, keyboards, headsets and pads) has sold to hundreds of thousands of gaming enthusiasts who want to play better.
Gaming is the place where music, fashion, sport and technology come together, and Fnatic is leading the charge.
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