Evolution is a market-leading developer and provider of products and services for online casino entertainment. Our excellence is driven by over 20,000 EVOlutioneers across 30 markets worldwide, working in product innovation, software development, IT solutions, game hosting and business support. Evolutions dynamic and creative environment creates a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth.Our integrated business-to-business solutions guarantee that our clients can always provide an unrivalled online entertainment experience to their players globally. We thrive on remaining an award-winning digital powerhouse of entertainment products and services with an ever-expanding line-up of product brands: Evolution Live, NetEnt, Red Tiger, Ezugi, Big Time Gaming, Nolimit City and DigiWheel.Evolution is a Swedish company founded in 2006 and listed on Nasdaq Nordic (EVO).Evolution Latvia was established in 2006. From its state-of-the-art office in Riga, 3000+ EVOlutioneers work to develop and maintain online gaming products and provide video studio services. More information on evolution.com.
Job DescriptionProvide comprehensive legal support across all business areas of the company by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of agreements, including commercial, supplier, and lease contracts. Advise management and business stakeholders on legal, contractual, employment, and operational matters, supporting business objectives while identifying and mitigating legal risks. Partner closely with operations, human resources, studio development, and other business areas to deliver practical, business-oriented legal solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including lease contracts, supplier agreements, NDAs, software licenses, live casino agreements, and data processing agreements.
- Prepare and negotiate agreements using standard templates, including service terms, subcontracts, consultancy and reseller agreements.
- Ensure all agreements comply with Company policies, legal standards, and approved contractual frameworks.
- Manage contract amendments, renewals, and extensions, including tracking key deadlines and negotiation timelines.
- Advise internal stakeholders on legal, commercial, and operational matters, including employment and labor issues, and support negotiations with counterparties.
- Provide clear legal analysis, risks, and recommendations to management to support decision making.
- Prepare legal and contract related KPIs and reporting for management.
- Participate in negotiations and business meetings, providing real time legal support.
- Liaise with external counsel and support litigation, disputes, and court-related matters as required.
- Perform any other legal or ad-hoc duties as required to support the business
- Provide legal support across all business areas of the company, ensuring legal compliance and effective risk management.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial, vendor, real estate, and other business agreements.
- Advise management and business stakeholders on legal, commercial, operational, employment, and regulatory matters.
- Support contract lifecycle management, including renewals, amendments, extensions, and compliance with company policies.
- Identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions and recommendations. - Support negotiations with customers, suppliers, business partners, and other third parties.
- Liaise with external counsel and support litigation, disputes, and court-related matters as required.
- Provide legal guidance on employment and labor matters, including workplace policies and employee-related issues.
- Develop and maintain legal documentation, templates, and processes to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Prepare legal reports, KPIs, and updates for management.
- Support strategic business initiatives, operational projects, and studio development activities from a legal perspective.
- Stay informed of relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting the company's operations.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Perform his/her duties in accordance with standards and procedures established by the company
QualificationsRequired work experience
- 5–8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house roles or combining law firm and in-house roles
- Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and vendor agreements
- Strong experience advising on employment and labor law matters, including employee relations, workplace policies, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
- Experience providing legal support to multiple business functions, including operations, procurement, human resources, and business development.
- Experience managing contract lifecycles, including renewals, amendments, extensions, and compliance obligations.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and senior management.
- Experience supporting dispute resolution, litigation matters, and coordinating with external legal counsel.
Required education, qualification, and skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
- Master's degree or Doctor in Laws is considered an asset.
- Solid understanding of commercial law, contract law, and employment/labor law
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Fluency in English language written and oral (other language/s an advantage);
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Detail oriented and solution-focused mindset
- Client Service – People skills
About Us
Evolution is a market-leading developer and provider of products and services for online casino entertainment. Our excellence is driven by over 16,000 EVOlutioneers across 30 markets worldwide, working in product innovation, software development, IT solutions, game hosting and business support. Evolution's dynamic and creative environment creates a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Our integrated business-to-business solutions guarantee that our clients can always provide an unrivalled online entertainment experience to their players globally. We thrive on remaining an award-winning digital powerhouse of entertainment products and services with an ever-expanding line-up of product brands: Evolution Live, NetEnt, Red Tiger, Ezugi, Big Time Gaming, Nolimit City and DigiWheel.
Evolution is a Swedish company founded in 2006 and listed on Nasdaq Nordic (EVO).
We also offer:
- Competitive Compensation
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Opportunity to work on as part of a Global leader in online gaming
More information on www.evolution.com
Skills Required
- 5-8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or combined law firm and in-house roles
- Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and vendor agreements
- Strong experience advising on employment and labor law matters, including employee relations and terminations
- Experience providing legal support to operations, procurement, HR, and business development
- Experience managing contract lifecycles, renewals, amendments, extensions, and compliance obligations
- Experience supporting dispute resolution, litigation matters, and coordinating with external counsel
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
- Master's degree or Doctor in Laws
- Solid understanding of commercial law, contract law, and employment/labor law
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Fluency in English, written and oral
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Detail oriented and solution-focused mindset
- Client service and people skills
What We Do
Evolution is a world-leader in product innovation and advanced IT-solutions for video streamed live casino. Our code runs 24/7/365 serving millions of users globally and processing financial transactions of thousands of EUROs every second. Evolution AB (publ) is listed on Nasdaq Nordic with a MCAP of over EUR 20B. The company was founded in 2006, inspired by the world-renowned casino in Monte Carlo. Using the rapidly emerging technology, Evolution founders wanted to bring the excitement from the live player experience in to the home. From that came our brand promise of delivering a product which was AS REAL AS IT GETS, and our key corporate value ALIVE. Today, more than 13,000 EVOlutioneers work in the company’s sites across 5 continents. With an ever-growing world-wide demand for our innovative product and high quality services, we look for more high performing talent with a team player mindset and diverse skillsets and backgrounds. Please read our Privacy and Cookies policies below before submitting any personal data to us: https://www.evolution.com/privacy-policy & https://www.evolution.com/cookies-policy Followers must be 18+. http://gambleaware.co.uk Please gamble responsibly. 🔞 Evolution is licensed and regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority under licence MGA/B2B/187/2010 issued on 01 of August 2018. Evolution is also licensed and regulated in many other jurisdictions such as the United Kingdom, Belgium, Canada, Romania, South Africa, and others.
