You advise the executive management and the team on all legal matters, with a focus on contract law, corporate law, employment law, data protection, IP, media law, platform regulation and compliance.
You draft, review and negotiate contracts with partners, sponsors, service providers, talent, agencies, publishers, event organizers and other stakeholders.
You support strategic projects, financing rounds, partnerships, product development, international expansions and potential M&A processes from a legal perspective.
You develop scalable legal processes, contract templates and standards, internal policies, compliance structures and decision frameworks for a fast-growing startup.
You manage external law firms and coordinate collaboration with authorities, advisors and other external partners.
You advise on legal issues related to gaming, esports, digital communities, youth protection, content, trademark rights, community governance and inclusive platform offerings.

You are a fully qualified lawyer (Volljurist) with two state examinations or hold an equivalent legal qualification.
You have several years of professional experience in a commercial law firm or in-house at a company, startup or within a technology, media, gaming or esports environment.
You have solid knowledge of contract law and ideally experience in several of the following areas: corporate law, employment law, data protection, IP, media law, compliance or digital business models.
You think entrepreneurially, are pragmatic and solution-oriented, while not underestimating legal risks.
You can explain complex legal issues clearly and provide concise recommendations for action.
You work independently, in a structured manner and take responsibility in a dynamic environment.
You have an interest in gaming, esports, digital platforms, community products and inclusive organizational structures.
You have very good German and English language skills.

You will take on a central leadership role in an ambitious esports startup with a social mission.
You work directly with the executive team and have real influence on strategic decisions.
You are given substantial scope to shape our legal, governance and compliance structures.
You will join a company that treats inclusion as a core part of its identity, not as an add-on.
We offer flexible working models, including remote and hybrid options, and the opportunity to arrange family
and life-friendly working hours.
You will work in a diverse, appreciative and growth-oriented team with short decision-making paths.
You have the chance to shape the future of inclusive esports legally, strategically and culturally.

Head of Legal

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