Legal Counsel - Employment and Privacy

About the Position

We are seeking a Legal Counsel with a strong focus on employment and privacy law to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance and support in all matters related to employment and privacy law.

Responsibilities

Employment & Privacy Law

• Provide practical, timely legal advice on employment issues, including employee terminations, complaints, and tailoring work schedules to meet business needs.
• Advise on privacy-related matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Draft and review employment/privacy documentation, such as contracts, policies, and notices.
• Contract negotiations.

Legal Research & Advisory

• Conduct in-depth research on legal topics, including employment, privacy, and artificial intelligence, referencing case law and regulatory updates.
• Identify legal issues, analyze legal risks, and assist in developing and implementing solutions.

Collaboration & Support

• Support and advise other departments as necessary.
• Liaise with external advisors and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and resolve legal issues.

Team Development & Processes

• Assist in building a scalable foundation for the Legal Team by developing templates, processes, and policies.
• Maintain records of group policies and procedures and ensure adherence internally and with relevant regulatory authorities.
• Oversee contractual obligations and maintain contractual and regulatory relationships.

Miscellaneous Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of legislative and regulatory updates, particularly in employment, privacy, and commercial law.
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as determined by the VP of legal.

Requirements

Education

• Master of Law degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Malta or the UK.

Experience

• 2 years as a practicing lawyer, with a strong focus on employment and privacy law.

Skills

• Strong analytical abilities and excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Outcome-focused with a pragmatic approach to applying legal principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in employment litigation is an advantage.
• Familiarity with multijurisdictional legal environments is a plus.

We Offer

• Private health insurance
• Life and travel insurance
• Breakfast & Lunch in the office once per week
• Gym membership
• Cloudigo discount app
• Hybrid work setup for balance
• Real career growth (we promote from within - no gatekeeping here)
• Grow with ARRISE | Learning Hub-personalized learning, gamified growth, and endless career development at your fingertips.

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. 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

Malta

LEVEL 4, IL-PONTA TA' TIGNE, THE CENTRE, Sliema SLM 3190, Sliema