Legal Counsel

Posted 5 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
120K-140K Annually
Senior level
Gaming
The Role
Provide strategic corporate and commercial legal advice focused on payments, digital assets, and securities; monitor and analyze regulatory developments; draft and negotiate contracts; collaborate with business and technology teams; manage multiple priorities and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
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ABOUT YOU
 

Xsolla is an international IT company that offers a number of services for video games. We create solutions for developers that help to integrate payments, attract users, and publish games all over the world. We also provide round-the-clock technical support. We are trusted by such giants as Twitch, Valve, Epic Games, Take2 and many more.

Now we are looking for an experienced lawyer whose responsibilities will include creating legal documents for new business strategies and the legal techniques related to the implementation of new business ideas. Fluent knowledge of English is required at this position. If you are ready to face new challenges and you want to grow as specialist in the video game industry - this vacancy is right for you.

 
ABOUT US
 
Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla as the merchant of record to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.
 
For more information, visit xsolla.com.

Responsibilities:

     
  • Consult business on the legal issues and implications of potential business decisions, initiatives and payment strategies, providing legal advice strategies and solutions for general business and legal issues

  • Maintaining current knowledge on laws and regulations around payment services and digital innovation such as cryptocurrencies, blockchain, NFT and decentralized finance (DeFi), including PSD2, EMI/PI licensing, AMLD/AML-CFT, MiCA), and other applicable national regimes

  • Identify, summarize, and analyze the impact of new and proposed applicable rules and regulations to business decisions and current strategies

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other documentation for new business ideas

  • Working closely with business and technology teams to understand and achieve key business objectives and help them develop compelling product and service offerings

  • Manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

  • Provide other legal services and advice to the company as needed

Qualification and Skills:

     
     
  • English language (for non-US candidates) (Advanced/C1 or higher)

  • Minimum 5 years legal experience

  • Comfortable working with modern collaboration tools including Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence), Slack, Figma, and similar platforms; able to adapt quickly to new tools as needed.

  • Knowledge of general corporate law, financial services law and regulation (incl. e-money institution (EMI) and payment institution (PI) licensing, PSD2, AMLD/AML-CFT regulations, and GDPR)

  • Excellent legal research, oral and written communication skills

  • Able to work independently as well as collaboratively, spot issues, prioritize, and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment

  • Interest in decentralized finance (DeFi), cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, including familiarity with MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) and an eagerness to learn more about the industry

Nice to Have:

  • Experience in the crypto industry and (or) gaming industry

  • Being familiar with payment systems and how they function

Benefits:

We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off, statutory pension contribution and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.

Equal Treatment Statement:

Xsolla is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, language, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, political beliefs, disability, age, marital status, social background or other characteristics. 

Criminal History Consideration: For the Senior Counsel position, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:
• Criminal history check
Employment verification
Education verification
Professional license verification
 
The background check is relevant to this position because of the following responsibilities:
Accessing confidential company data
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Handling sensitive legal and financial information
 
Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the GDPR. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact [email protected].
 
By submitting the following job application form, you consent to Xsolla processing your data for career-related inquiries and potential employment opportunities. We process your data in accordance with the Xsolla Privacy Notice for Job Applicants.
 
Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to [email protected].

Skills Required

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Active membership in good standing with the applicable Bar
  • Minimum 5 years legal experience
  • Deep expertise in corporate and commercial law, securities law, and financial services regulation (including EMI/PI licensing, PSD2, AMLD/AML-CFT, BSA/AML, Reg E, card network rules)
  • Knowledge and familiarity with digital assets, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DeFi, and MiCA
  • Comfortable using modern collaboration tools (Atlassian suite: Jira, Confluence), Slack, Figma
  • Excellent legal research, oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • English language proficiency (Advanced/C1 or higher) for non-US candidates
  • Willingness to undergo background checks (criminal history, employment, education, professional license verification)
  • Interest in decentralized finance (DeFi) and eagerness to learn industry developments
  • Experience in the crypto industry and/or gaming industry
  • Familiarity with payment systems and how they function (payment processing)

Xsolla Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Xsolla and has not been reviewed or approved by Xsolla.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered fair or good in many cases, with mentions of high salary or being paid well in certain roles and markets. Market-aligned ranges for several U.S. roles indicate base pay is not out of step with peers.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive for full-time employees and families, with employer-paid medical, dental, and vision noted in some U.S. postings. Positive remarks on medical coverage appear on dedicated benefits pages.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible or unlimited paid time off is repeatedly highlighted, alongside parental leave and remote or hybrid flexibility. These elements contribute to an overall package that many view as solid.

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The Company
Oaks, CA
593 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.

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