Microsoft · 16 hours ago
Principal Corporate Counsel, Gaming & Entertainment Law
United States, Redmond, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$132K/yr - $233K/yr
4+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Principal Corporate Counsel to provide legal support for Xbox Game Studios. The role involves guiding the development and publishing of major game titles while addressing complex legal issues related to intellectual property, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
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Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate transactional documents, including agreements related to strategic partnerships, IP and content use rights, merchandise, TV and movies, and game development
Provide front-line counsel and advice to business executives, engineers, and game designers on a broad range of complex and developing legal and business issues related to game development, privacy, online safety, monetization mechanics, intellectual property, game services, PR, marketing, and regulatory compliance
Apply strategic thinking and find creative business-oriented solutions to legal issues, balancing legal risks against business interests in complex and ambiguous situations
Lead cross-group projects related to core clients and legal initiatives in an efficient manner
Provides recommendations to improve efficiency within work group and for the delivery of legal services to clients
Collaborate with internal and external legal and policy specialists to guide the business through emerging regulatory challenges
Demonstrate a result orientated mindset with a dedicated client focus to establish a trusted advisor relationship with business clients
Deliver effective written communication that is clear and organized
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years' experience as a practicing attorney
OR equivalent experience
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
Preferred
5+ years' experience practicing as a commercial business attorney drafting and negotiating a broad variety of transactional agreements
Experience in providing legal counsel for the gaming and entertainment industry
Company
Microsoft
Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.
10001+ employees
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