Legal Counsel - Commercial

About the Position

ARRISE sets the benchmark for service delivery and excellence in the iGaming industry. Playing a key role in the success of its clients, which include Pragmatic Play, a brand relied upon by the world’s biggest online casinos for its cutting-edge products, ARRISE helps to deliver exceptional gaming experiences to millions of players worldwide.

We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Counsel - Commercial to join our dynamic Legal Commercial team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience as a lawyer, with a proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various types of commercial agreements. This role is ideal for someone looking to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the growth and success of our organisation.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts, service agreements, lease agreements, and related addenda, ensuring compliance with diverse legal systems and mitigating associated risks.
Provide clear, actionable legal advice to internal stakeholders, such as sales teams on client-facing contracts and procurement teams on vendor agreements, ensuring alignment with legal and corporate policies.
Serve as a trusted legal advisor, simplifying complex legal and contractual obligations to support informed decision-making across the business.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure all contracts support broader business objectives and mitigate potential risks.
Conduct in-depth legal research to ensure contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations across relevant jurisdictions.
Stay informed about evolving legal and regulatory frameworks that impact commercial contracts, proactively advising the business on necessary adjustments.
Design and maintain user-friendly contract templates to optimize efficiency in drafting and approval processes.
Establish and regularly update internal policies governing contract creation, approval, and storage to ensure consistency, enforceability, and operational efficiency.
Lead initiatives to enhance contract lifecycle management systems, enabling seamless tracking of key milestones such as renewals, expirations, and obligations.
Manage and oversee compliance with contractual obligations, maintaining robust and legally sound relationships with all parties.
Liaise with external advisors to address complex legal issues requiring specialized expertise or jurisdiction-specific knowledge.
Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the VP of Legal or the Head of Legal - Commercial.

Requirements

A law degree from an accredited university in any EU or UK jurisdiction, providing a strong foundation in European legal systems.
A minimum of three years of post-qualification experience as a practicing lawyer, with a focus on commercial or corporate law.
Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial agreements, including those with cross-jurisdictional elements.
Exceptional ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, accessible language for non-legal stakeholders.
Strong negotiation skills, balancing the pursuit of favourable terms with the cultivation of positive business relationships.
Outstanding analytical capabilities to ensure contracts are precise, enforceable, and aligned with the organization’s objectives.
Committed to delivering high-quality work, even under tight deadlines or competing priorities.
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently, demonstrating consistent productivity and accountability with minimal supervision.
Positive and adaptable attitude, eager to embrace new challenges and learn in a dynamic business landscape.
Creative and pragmatic in problem-solving, with a focus on delivering legal solutions that support business goals.
Proactive mindset, anticipating challenges and implementing strategies to mitigate risks and streamline processes.
Team-oriented approach, willing to share knowledge and contribute to the growth and success of the legal department.

Nice to Have

Previous experience in the iGaming sector is a plus.
Familiarity with legal systems outside the EU, demonstrating adaptability to diverse regulatory environments.
Experience working with SaaS or technology-related contracts is considered an advantage.

We Offer

Private health insurance at Regina Maria
Daily lunch at the office or meal tickets
Bookster
Hybrid work setup for balance
Real career growth (we promote from within - no gatekeeping here)
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About the Company

ARRISE is a global leader in software development and services for the online gaming industry, with 11,000+ professionals across 14 locations worldwide.

We are behind some of iGaming’s most popular and celebrated slots and live casino games, delivering everything from product and platform to marketing, compliance, technology, and more.

And we are award winners ourselves, having been named Great Place to Work at the Women in Gaming Diversity Awards 2025.

Our Values

Persistence: We never give up and are determined to be the best at what we do.
Respect: We value and respect our clients, their players, and our team members; promoting professionalism, integrity and fairness without compromise.
Ownership: We take ownership of our work and consistently deliver in a reliable manner, always providing the highest level of quality.

Job Location

Romania

Calea Rahovei 240, Bucharest