What are we building?
Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social casino company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer's interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always acting authentically.
Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the new Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We’re taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space — ready to join us?
What’s the position?
We are looking for a Director, Legal Affairs to provide legal support and guidance across multiple functions of the company, including senior management. The role will include broad legal responsibilities with respect to (i) commercial matters for the company, including drafting and negotiating market access arrangements, retail sportsbook management agreements, sponsorship and partnership agreements, marketing, media and affiliate agreements, product and technology agreements and other commercial agreements and (ii) corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures and investments. The role will work closely with all business teams including corporate and business development, strategy, technology product development, marketing, finance and operations.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a leader who has excellent written and verbal communication skills (including legal drafting skills) as well as the ability to influence others by developing strong working relationships and delivering excellent commercial solutions to complex legal and regulatory issues. The role is best suited for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a passion for sports and gaming.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Juris Doctor degree from a top US law school
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Admission and in good standing to one or more US state bars
- A minimum of 3-5 years legal experience with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and corporate transactions
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Excellent legal drafting and negotiating experience
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with quick deadlines and multiple demands
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In-house experience in a global organization
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Experience in digital online gaming and/or sports betting (experience working on marketing transactions a plus)
Knowledge and understanding of the rules and regulations of the gaming industry
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What’s in it for you?
We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:
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Competitive pay and benefits
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Flexible vacation allowance
Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand
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Roster of Uniques
We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunity employer).
