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Job DescriptionWithin Vantage Studios in Montreal, a subsidiary of Ubisoft, you will report to the Vice President - Legal of Vantage Studios and be dedicated to a portfolio of three franchises: Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six, and Far Cry. As a Legal Counsel, you will work in an international, creative, and constantly evolving environment, at the heart of issues related to game production and operations, combining operational responsibilities with strategic contribution.
What you'll do:
Turn law into a creative lever: act as the legal partner for creative and business teams, from the initial idea of a game through to the operation and evolution of the franchise (production, live, diversification, new experiences)
Structure, negotiate, and secure a broad spectrum of agreements (services, licenses, distribution, partnerships), in both French and English, under international law, at the core of video game, content, media, and technology challenges
Provide pragmatic and strategic legal advice in a fast-paced and sometimes fluid environment, supporting teams in their decision-making
Train and empower Vantage Studios teams on legal fundamentals (IP, contracts, risk awareness), with a pedagogical and business-oriented approach
Work in a cross-functional and international manner, engaging with stakeholders at all seniority levels, and contributing to global projects (with possible travel between Montreal and Paris)
Contribute to the management of pre-litigation situations, in close coordination with external counsel, with an anticipatory and solution-oriented approach
Maintain active monitoring of legal, regulatory, and technological developments likely to impact Ubisoft and the video game industry
What you bring:
Proficiency in contract law in environments related to media, entertainment, technology, or video games
Ability to communicate in a clear, composed, and structured manner with high-level stakeholders
An autonomous, accountable, proactive, and pragmatic approach to managing files
Strategic and analytical mindset, with a strong sense of priorities, solution-oriented and adaptable to change
Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills, with ease working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Curiosity and interest in video game franchises, their genres and production dynamics, as well as the competitive video game ecosystem
Professional proficiency in both French and English
What to send us
Your CV highlighting your relevant experience and skills
Any materials illustrating your legal practice (examples of cases, projects, or achievements, if applicable)
Skills Required
- Proficiency in contract law in media, entertainment, technology, or video games
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
- Proactive and pragmatic approach to managing files
- Strong strategic and analytical mindset
- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Curiosity about video game franchises and the industry
- Professional proficiency in French and English
Ubisoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage in the U.S. includes medical, dental, and vision options with HSA funding to cover the deductible, plus access to One Medical and a mental‑health program. Several studios also provide telemedicine and, in some regions, on‑site clinic services.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid vacation, holidays, wellness time, volunteer PTO, and a sabbatical available after five years in the U.S. Canadian studios highlight six weeks of vacation and additional local days tied to occasions or seasonal reduced hours.
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Parental & Family Support — Enhanced parental leave with salary top‑ups is emphasized in multiple regions, including Canada. In the U.S., a travel‑expense program supports access to reproductive healthcare when services are out of state.
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What We Do
Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent has brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.
