About us:

A globally established and highly innovative digital entertainment company is seeking to strengthen its legal team. With a strong international footprint and a diverse portfolio of interactive products, the business operates at scale across multiple platforms and markets. Known for its fast-paced and entrepreneurial culture, the organisation continues to evolve within a rapidly growing and commercially dynamic industry.

The role:

An opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support a broad range of business units across global operations. This is a hands-on role where the successful candidate will act as a key legal advisor on a wide variety of commercial matters, including user acquisition, IT and procurement, ad tech, publishing, and game development. The position requires sound judgement, adaptability, and a proactive approach in an environment where speed and pragmatism are essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate, and close a wide range of commercial agreements across digital and technology-driven value chains, including user acquisition partnerships, advertising monetisation, ad tech arrangements, and publishing deals
• Take ownership of transactions from inception through to completion, managing timelines and stakeholder expectations
• Develop, maintain, and enhance contract templates and scalable legal playbooks
• Review and negotiate vendor, supplier, and partnership agreements
• Advise on and negotiate game development and co-development agreements, including milestone structures, intellectual property ownership, and revenue share arrangements

About you:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
• Approximately 3–5 years’ PQE, including at least 2 years in-house (flexible depending on experience)
• Strong commercial contracting background with proven experience negotiating complex agreements
• Comfortable working across a variety of legal disciplines, with the ability to quickly get up to speed in new areas
• Exposure to mobile gaming, mobile applications, or digital ecosystems is advantageous

The qualities that matter most:

• Commercially astute with a clear understanding of business objectives
• Agile learner, able to quickly grasp new concepts and add value without needing to be a subject-matter expert
• Decisive and comfortable making informed decisions with incomplete information
• Proactive in identifying risks and implementing practical solutions
• Pragmatic approach, balancing legal risk with commercial outcomes
• Clear communicator, able to translate legal advice into actionable business guidance

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to work within a globally scaled, high-growth organisation
• Exposure to complex, cross-border commercial matters
• Dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Significant scope for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply:

For a confidential chat, contact Andelize at andelize@heriotbrown.com