Legal Counsel - 12-Month Contract / Maternity Cover

iTalent PLUS • Malta, MT

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About The Position

An international iGaming group is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to join its in-house legal team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. The role focuses primarily on intra-group legal matters, including procurement, licensing and commercial agreements between group entities. The successful candidate will work with a team of nine lawyers based across Malta, Gibraltar, the Isle of Man and South Africa, supporting business teams internationally.

The position covers commercial and corporate legal work, including drafting and negotiating agreements, advising on ongoing contractual matters, identifying legal risks, and supporting group-wide legal projects. An immediate or early start is preferred. Candidates already based in Malta are strongly preferred because of the required timeframe; work permit sponsorship may be considered, subject to timing.

Requirements

• Be a qualified lawyer with 2–5 years’ relevant experience.
• Have a sound understanding of commercial and corporate law, including experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Have excellent drafting skills and strong attention to detail.
• Be able to manage competing priorities and take ownership of matters through to completion.
• Have a proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in iGaming, sports betting or technology is beneficial but not essential.
• Candidates already based in Malta are strongly preferred due to the required timeframe.
• An immediate or early start is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate intra-group and third-party commercial agreements, including software licences, gaming licence agreements, service agreements and NDAs.
• Prepare and review contractual amendments, novations and terminations.
• Manage ongoing contractual matters and advise on post-contractual issues.
• Provide practical legal advice on procurement, licensing, commercial and corporate matters.
• Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Support Senior Counsel and contribute to legal projects across the group.
• Develop and maintain legal templates, processes and internal guidance.
• Assist with training to help business teams understand and manage legal risks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed