Senior Legal Counsel

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Valletta, Reġjun tal-Port, MLT
In-Office
Senior level
Gaming • Information Technology • Software
The Role
Senior Legal Counsel responsible for negotiating complex B2B licensing, aggregation, API integration, and service agreements; advising on commercial structures, intellectual property protection, international expansion, data privacy, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. The role manages IP disputes, external counsel, cross-border legal matters, and relationships with commercial, product, compliance, and technology teams across regulated iGaming markets.
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About the role
We are seeking a commercially sharp, collaborative Senior Legal Counsel to join our established legal team. Working alongside our Director of Legal & Risk and in-house counsels, you will play a key role in driving our B2B commercial deal flow, safeguarding our intellectual property, and managing international expansion across regulated markets.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with other in-house counsels and cross-functional partners in commercial and product teams. You will take joint and individual ownership of complex B2B license and integration agreements, optimise deal-structuring processes that accelerate revenue, protect our proprietary game assets, and support global compliance efforts as we continue our international growth.
Responsibilities
* Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise complex B2B agreements, including license agreements, aggregator agreements, API integration terms and service level agreements
* Partner directly with the commercial team to structure key contractual terms around revenue-share models, platform integration fees, SLA guarantees, and liability limits together with the commercial team
* Proactively identify process improvements and deal-structuring strategies that accelerate contract execution and drive revenue targets without compromising legal safeguards
* Partner with the internal compliance and product teams to monitor evolving regulatory frameworks across key licensed markets
* Handle IP clearance, copyright registrations, trademark filings, and licensing agreements for branded games
* Advise on protecting the company’s core IP assets, including trademarks, game design elements, original audio/art and source code
* Manage IP infringement disputes, cease-and-desist actions, and unauthorised game cloning/scraping
* Work closely with product and tech leads to defend against IP infringement claims and manage trade secret protection
* Advise on international data privacy regulations as they apply to B2B data flows, analytics and platform processing
* Manage relationships with local external legal counsel across multiple overseas jurisdictions to ensure cost-effective delivery of advisory services
* Advise on legal requirements for market expansion, local entity setup, and supplier licensing
* Handle general corporate governance, cross-border corporate structure queries and vendor/employment agreements as required
* Maintain accurate legal records, ensuring proper documentation for any compliance efforts, audits and investigations
Requirements
* Fully qualified lawyer in good standing
* 5+ years of post-qualification experience in-house or at a top-tier law firm
* Minimum 2+ years of direct iGaming experience, specifically within a B2B game supplier or platform aggregator
* Exceptional commercial negotiation skills, pragmatic risk-appraisal and the ability to turn complex legal advice into actionable guidelines
* Demonstrated expertise in B2B software licensing, technology distribution agreements, and IP law
* Ability to balance strict legal risk management with pragmatic, revenue-driving solutions
* Deep understanding of multi-jurisdictional iGaming regulatory landscapes and supplier licensing procedures
* Self-starter capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising effectively, and taking ownership without needing too much supervision
* Strong communication skills to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal teams
* Fluent in written and spoken professional legal English
Good to know
* In order to be considered, please submit your CV in English
* We kindly ask for your understanding that we can only consider applicants within the the Central European Timezone +/- 2
* This full-time position can be a permanent employment in Malta or on a freelance basis for contractors in the other countries
Why Work for Booming Games
Founder led. Impact driven. Employee centric.
At Booming Games, we're reshaping the iGaming world with our remote-first approach. Our rhythm? Thrilling slot games with captivating features and stunning designs released every two weeks - no exceptions! Here, it's all about co-ownership and real growth. Dive into a diverse team where your input powers every game we craft!
Our perks
* We’re a 100% remote-first company, offering a best-in-class remote experience
* Competitive package
* Dog-friendly offices in Berlin and Malta
* Family-friendly policies
* Career growth opportunities
* Zestful working environment
* Knowledge sharing opportunities
* Dynamic culture surrounded by industry experts
* Company social events for team bonding
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Skills Required

  • Fully qualified lawyer in good standing
  • 5+ years of post-qualification experience in-house or at a top-tier law firm
  • 2+ years of direct iGaming experience within a B2B game supplier or platform aggregator
  • Exceptional commercial negotiation skills and pragmatic risk appraisal
  • Expertise in B2B software licensing, technology distribution agreements, and IP law
  • Understanding of multi-jurisdictional iGaming regulatory landscapes and supplier licensing procedures
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and prioritize effectively
  • Strong communication skills for simplifying complex legal concepts
  • Fluent written and spoken professional legal English
  • CV submitted in English
  • Availability within the Central European Timezone plus or minus 2 hours
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The Company
HQ: Msida
200 Employees

What We Do

Booming Games is a leading B2B provider of high-end, innovative video slot games for the online casino market. They deliver a diverse portfolio of uniquely themed gaming solutions to aggregators and B2C operators worldwide. Focused on excellence and rapid growth, the company combines cutting-edge technology and artistry to create immersive gaming experiences, aiming to shape the future of the iGaming industry.

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