Junior Legal Counsel - Employment and Privacy

ARRISE

3d • $80,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

ARRISE is a leading service provider in the iGaming industry, known for its excellence and its role in the success of clients like Pragmatic Play. With a global team of over 12,000 professionals across various international locations, ARRISE is dedicated to shaping the future of iGaming. The company fosters growth opportunities, invests in its people, and builds strategic partnerships. This role is for a Junior Legal Counsel with a strong focus on employment and privacy law, to join the legal team in Canada. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal guidance and support in all matters related to employment and privacy law.

Requirements

• Master of Law degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Canada.
• 1-2 years as a practicing lawyer, with a strong focus on employment, and privacy law.
• Strong analytical abilities and excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking and prioritisation skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Outcome-focused with a pragmatic approach to applying legal principles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in employment litigation is an advantage.
• Familiarity with multijurisdictional legal environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, timely legal advice on employment issues, including employee terminations, complaints, and tailoring work schedules to meet business needs.
• Advise on privacy-related matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Draft and review employment/privacy documentation, such as contracts, policies and notices.
• Contract negotiations.
• Conduct in-depth research on legal topics, including employment, privacy, and artificial intelligence, referencing case law and regulatory updates.
• Identify legal issues, analyse legal risks, and assist in developing and implementing solutions.
• Support and advise other departments as necessary.
• Liaise with external advisors and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and resolve legal issues.
• Assist in building a scalable foundation for the Legal Team by developing templates, processes, and policies.
• Maintain records of group policies and procedures and ensure adherence internally and with relevant regulatory authorities.
• Oversee contractual obligations and maintain contractual and regulatory relationships.
• Stay abreast of legislative and regulatory updates, particularly in employment, privacy, and commercial law.
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as determined by the VP of legal.

Benefits

• Compensation $80,000 - $125,000
• Private health insurance
• Hybrid work setup for balance
• Real career growth (we promote from within — no gatekeeping here)
• Grow with ARRISE | Learning Hub—personalized learning, gamified growth, and endless career development at your fingertips.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level