Associate General Counsel - Gaming (Americas)

At Aristocrat, we are committed to bringing happiness to life through the power of play. We are a global leader in gaming content and technology. Our mission is to build outstanding experiences for our customers and players worldwide. As an Associate General Counsel – Gaming (North America & LATAM), you will have a meaningful role in crafting the future of our gaming operations. You will ensure seamless legal support for our commercial transactions and activities. This is an exciting chance to join a dynamic and ambitious team that values collaboration, innovation, and achievement!

What You'll Do

• Act as a legal advisor for the Aristocrat Gaming business as guided by the General Counsel – Gaming. Support commercial gaming issues throughout North America and LATAM.
• Manage and mentor applicable support staff of lawyers and paralegals working with commercial matters of the Aristocrat Gaming business division
• Negotiate, draft, process and otherwise manage Aristocrat Gaming equipment and technology transactional contracts and administrative requirements
• Provide assistance for diverse general commercial issues, including transportation management, distribution networks, real property, technology provider relationships, and other commercial concerns as needed
• Provide accurate and timely legal services to business partners, including analyzing, researching, reviewing, interpretation, dispute resolution, drafting, and leading negotiations
• Lead or assist with the assessment of proposed transactions and the development of deal structures to minimize legal and business risks
• Interpret and advise applicable business units concerning relevant laws and regulations, including national and regional gaming regulatory compliance matters
• Promote seamless teamwork and become an essential strategic partner to the Gaming business. Collaborate with key Group functions like IT, real estate, and procurement. Support their strategic goals and objectives to make internal customer experience a competitive advantage.
• Build and deliver cross-channel educational presentations and tools about relevant legal issues
• Work on special projects where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
• Support and role model Aristocrat’s and the Legal Team’s 2030 strategy
• Deliver timely and solution-focused legal services while managing cash flow and achieving budget targets
• Operate as a sustainability champion by providing advice and counsel to our business clients and ensuring that all initiatives meet legal requirements and advance our reputation
• Manage external counsel resources
• Champion a dedication to honesty, integrity, and responsible corporate behavior by encouraging a culture of compliance within the organization where employees feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct
• Consistently demonstrate a dedication to the values of the Legal Team
• Consistently show a dedication to developing the strengths you'll need in leading yourself, others, the business, risk and compliance management, and future planning.

What We're Looking For

• A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a member in good standing with a State Bar
• 10+ years minimum experience as a commercial attorney either with a law firm, corporation, or both
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, real estate, technology agreements, and general commercial contracts is highly desired
• Experience with both USA, LATAM and other international regions preferred
• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other groups and to influence and establish effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage competing priorities, simultaneously drive numerous projects, identify, and resolve business issues, and earn the confidence of executive business partners
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, drafting and negotiation skills
• Outstanding business judgment and analytical skills
• Experience handling all aspects of commercial contracts
• Comfort and familiarity with existing and emerging technology
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting that emphasizes data-driven outcomes and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business
• This role is based in Las Vegas and requires attendance in the office a minimum of 3 days a week in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

Pay Range

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.

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