Manager Legal and Intellectual Property

Team: Legal & GRC

Activity: Full-time

Role grade: Manager (6)

Direct reports: 0

Indirect reports: 0

Reporting to: Director Legal & GRC

Role location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose: As a Legal and Intellectual Property Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance, protecting intellectual property, and mitigating legal risks. You will be responsible for managing and overseeing legal affairs related to our esports operations, including contract negotiations, intellectual property matters, and regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Legal Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws and regulations relevant to the esports industry
• Stay abreast of legal developments and changes that may impact the organization's operations

Contract Negotiations:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including sponsorship agreements, licensing agreements, player contracts, and other legal documents
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts align with business objectives and legal requirements

Intellectual Property Management:

• Develop and implement strategies for protecting the organization's intellectual property, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Conduct intellectual property searches and assessments to ensure compliance and avoid infringement

Dispute Resolution:

• Manage and resolve legal disputes, including litigation if necessary
• Collaborate with external legal counsel when needed, ensuring effective representation of the organization's interests

Regulatory Compliance:

• Work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to gaming and esports regulations in Saudi Arabia
• Provide guidance on regulatory changes and potential impacts on EWCF

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business activities and propose strategies to mitigate such risks
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimize legal exposure

Education and Experience

• 5+ proven international experience in Legal and Intellectual Property roles, particularly in the esports or entertainment industry
• University degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field; specialization in intellectual property law is a plus. Professional certifications are highly desirable

• In-depth knowledge of internationally most common legal frameworks and regulatory requirements, Saudi Arabian frameworks and regulatory requirements is nice to have
• Strong understanding of international intellectual property laws, contracts, and regulatory compliance
• Experience in managing external law firms
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic legal counsel and risk management guidance
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with the Saudi Arabian legal landscape and cultural nuances
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Willingness to move to Riyadh

Benefits

• Relocation support
• Transportation allowance
• Competitive compensation
• Housing allowance
• VIP medical insurance
• Opportunity to work on a new exciting project with a group of passionate professionals. You will get the freedom to excel and make a real impact

Diversity disclaimer

Our mission is to build a diverse organization where our members, regardless of background or identity, have a sense of belonging. We genuinely believe that thanks to creating a collaborative environment where different perspectives are valued, we can achieve more. Together, we want to reshape the boundaries of what is achievable in the esports domain.