Legal Counsel

Altenar is a leading sportsbook software provider delivering flexible, fully managed solutions to gaming operators globally. With a strong track record of growth and innovation, we operate at the intersection of technology and gaming.

We are looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our in-house team with strong communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of legal matters, work closely with the business, and play a hands-on role in shaping how legal supports a growing international company. 

This position is suited to a proactive and detail-oriented lawyer who is comfortable working independently, taking accountability, and driving continuous improvement in legal processes and documentation.

Key responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS/software licensing, partnerships, and supplier contracts
• Act as a key legal contact for business stakeholders, providing clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused advice
• Take ownership of legal support for designated business areas
• Identify and implement improvements to legal processes, workflows, and ways of working
• Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and internal guidance
• Collaborate with a multi-jurisdictional legal team
• Manage external counsel and support disputes where required
• Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments in the gaming and technology sectors
• Support strategic business initiatives, including new product development
  
  

Skills & Experience:

• 4-6 years PQE (post qualification experience)
  as a solicitor, advocate or equivalent required – this is a guideline so if you feel that you are suitable, please still apply
• Strong grounding in commercial and contract law 
• Experience in the gaming industry/software development industry is advantageous but not essential  
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and manage priorities 
• Experience improving legal processes, templates, or ways of working is highly desirable 
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to provide practical, business-focused advice in a clear and concise manner
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively across different jurisdictions and cultures
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and interest in the gaming/technology space
  
  

Legal Technology & Innovation

• Experience working with legal technology tools (e.g. CLM systems, document automation) is advantageous
• Interest in leveraging AI and legal technology to improve legal service delivery and efficiency is desirable 
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Discretionary bonus linked to performance
• Stable and flexible working environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• International, collaborative team environment
• Varied and  engaging work