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At Just Play, we’re pioneering mobile entertainment through innovative technology, and we’re looking for a skilled and pragmatic Legal Counsel to support our mission. In this role, you will act as a trusted legal advisor across the company, helping us navigate a wide range of legal matters while enabling the business to move fast, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable laws.

At Just Play, we’re pioneering mobile entertainment through innovative technology, and we’re looking for a skilled and pragmatic Legal Counsel to support our mission. In this role, you will act as a trusted legal advisor across the company, helping us navigate a wide range of legal matters while enabling the business to move fast, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable laws.

• You provide expert legal advice and guidance to different business units on a wide range of legal questions and matters
• You work closely with top management to assess and identify possible legal risks, while providing pragmatic and legal sounded advice
• You own the contract control process and act as the primary point of contact for external and internal stakeholders when it comes to drafting, reviewing and maintaining crucial legal documents
• You ensure Just Play remains compliant with the applicable data protection and other compliance regulations within different jurisdictions (mainly EU and USA), including owning and further developing of a compliance framework, e.g setting up standards, guidelines, templates, internal processes etc.
• You constantly monitor and analyze legal developments and legislative changes and their relevance to Just Play’s business

• You completed an university degree in Law, as well as the first and second German state examinations
• You have at least 5+ years of experience in the legal field and a proven record of general counseling (ideally at international law firms or in the legal department of a multinational company)
• Ideally, you held a similar position as main General Legal Counsel in a startup environment
• You are fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
• You have a high degree of autonomy and an independent work style
• The ideal candidate would have a profound interest and background in the publishing and advertisement industry, experience with IT contracts and data protection law, as well as a strong business acumen
• Experience and knowledge in corporate law and governance and tax matters is an additional benefit
• This job opportunity can be based in Berlin or Munich and will be working on a hybrid model

• Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:
  Flexible working hours and options for digital nomads, occasional office visitors, or regular office-goers
• Employee Stock Options:
  Opportunity to join our Virtual Share Option Program (VSOP) and share in the success of an already profitable company
• Mental Health Support:
  Free personal coaching through our partner nilo.health to support our team members to live fulfilled lives at home and at work
• Training & Development: A competitive personal development budget of up to 2000€/year for training, conferences, workshops, etc., and free language courses with Chatterbug
• Germany-Based Benefits: 25 vacation days, free Gympass gold subscription, free monthly Deutschland-Ticket, and a monthly €50 tax-free internet contribution
• State-of-the-Art Equipment:
  Doesn’t matter if you are a Mac Book or Windows user; we will provide you with the technical gear you need to succeed
• A Relocation Package:
  Includes visa support for those who need it
• Berlin Office Perks:
  Ergonomic setup, free daily lunch, and a dog-friendly environment.
• Engaging and Diverse Work Environment:
  Join a diverse team, with over 29 nationalities working from 20 different locations

* Benefits may vary depending on location and contract type. Do not hesitate to ask us about more details on our benefits offer.

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