General Legal Counsel - Remote

Overview

At JustPlay, we’re pioneering mobile entertainment through innovative technology, and we’re looking for a skilled and pragmatic Legal Counsel to support our mission. In this role, you will act as a trusted legal advisor across the company, helping us navigate a wide range of legal matters while enabling the business to move fast, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable laws.

In Short

• You provide expert legal advice and guidance to different business units on a wide range of legal questions and matters.
• You work closely with top management to assess and identify possible legal risks, while providing pragmatic and legal sounded advice.
• You own the contract control process and act as the primary point of contact for external and internal stakeholders when it comes to drafting, reviewing and maintaining crucial legal documents.
• You ensure JustPlay remains compliant with the applicable data protection and other compliance regulations within different jurisdictions (mainly EU and USA).
• You constantly monitor and analyze legal developments and legislative changes and their relevance to JustPlay’s business.

Requirements

• You completed a university degree in Law, as well as the first and second German state examinations.
• You have at least 5+ years of experience in the legal field and a proven record of general counseling.
• Ideally, you held a similar position as main General Legal Counsel in a startup environment.
• You are fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.
• You have a high degree of autonomy and an independent work style.
• The ideal candidate would have a profound interest and background in the publishing and advertisement industry.
• Experience and knowledge in corporate law and governance and tax matters is an additional benefit.
• This job opportunity can be based in Berlin or Munich and will be working on a hybrid model.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Flexible working hours and options for digital nomads, occasional office visitors, or regular office-goers.
• Employee Stock Options: Opportunity to join our Virtual Share Option Program (VSOP) and share in the success of an already profitable company.
• Mental Health Support: Free personal coaching through our partner nilo.health to support our team members to live fulfilled lives at home and at work.
• Training & Development: A competitive personal development budget of up to 2000€/year for training, conferences, workshops, etc., and free language courses with Chatterbug.
• Germany-Based Benefits: 25 vacation days, free Gympass gold subscription, free monthly Deutschland-Ticket, and a monthly €50 tax-free internet contribution.
• State-of-the-Art Equipment: We will provide you with the technical gear you need to succeed.
• A Relocation Package: Includes visa support for those who need it.
• Berlin Office Perks: Ergonomic setup, free daily lunch, and a dog-friendly environment.
• Engaging and Diverse Work Environment: Join a diverse team, with over 29 nationalities working from 20 different locations.