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Commercial Paralegal

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Blizzard Entertainment

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a law degree, commercial contracts experience, and strong communication skills. IP, privacy knowledge, attention to detail, and a positive, collaborative attitude are essential.
  • You will draft and review contracts, support game title lawyers, manage NDAs, assist with data protection agreements, help marketing initiatives, and provide general administrative support to the Legal Team.

Requirements

  • Law Degree (GDL, LLM or equivalent)
  • Experience in a law firm and/or in-house, preferably with some European and/or US exposure
  • General experience with commercial contracts (drafting & negotiating)
  • IP and marketing clearance experience beneficial
  • Privacy and data protection experience beneficial
  • Excellent written and communication skills (English)
  • Excellent attention to detail and research skills
  • Proficiency in using office software
  • Knowledge of other languages is a plus
  • Positive attitude & full commitment to the position
  • The ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects, effectively prioritize and work under demanding deadlines with a “can do” attitude is essential.
  • Team player with ability to build relationships and actively communicate with colleagues and stakeholders of all levels across the business.
  • Pragmatic thinker
  • Collaborative, proactive, commercial and creative

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the commercial team on drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts for Activision, Blizzard and King entities.
  • Support to the product lawyers on specific game titles including clearance of assets for game development.
  • Legal research.
  • Supporting marketing and PR initiatives, including drafting T&Cs (under supervision).
  • Responsible for handling NDAs across the business.
  • Data Protection - support reviewing data processing agreements with service providers and supporting our privacy lawyers on regulatory change and privacy projects for different parts of the business.
  • Support other teams as needed, such as HR and employment, to ensure the internal processes are followed correctly.
  • General administrative support to Legal Team including preparing, maintaining and updating legal documentation, online filling, processing signatures and document management databases.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position being offered?

The job title is Commercial Paralegal.

Where is the job located?

The job is office-based in Soho, London, with a hybrid work-from-home option.

Who will the Commercial Paralegal report to?

The Commercial Paralegal will report to the Associate Director, Legal.

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The contract term is for 12 months on a fixed-term basis.

What kind of environment will I be working in?

You will be working in a collaborative and exciting environment as part of Activision Blizzard and King's EMEA legal team.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Commercial Paralegal?

Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, supporting product lawyers, conducting legal research, handling NDAs, reviewing data processing agreements, and providing general administrative support to the Legal Team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Law Degree (GDL, LLM, or equivalent) is required, along with experience in a law firm and/or in-house, preferably with European and/or US exposure.

Are there specific skills or knowledge that would be beneficial for this role?

Beneficial skills include general experience with commercial contracts, IP and marketing clearance experience, privacy and data protection experience, excellent written and communication skills, and attention to detail.

Is knowledge of other languages considered an asset for this position?

Yes, knowledge of other languages is considered a plus for this position.

What type of work culture does Activision Blizzard promote?

Activision Blizzard promotes a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and offers a culture that connects and engages the world through epic entertainment.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Will there be opportunities for growth within the role?

Yes, the role provides various tasks that allow for skill development and collaboration with different teams, creating opportunities for professional growth.

How can individuals with disabilities request accommodations for applying?

Individuals requiring accommodations can email their requests to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com.

Are there benefits provided to employees at Activision Blizzard?

Yes, Activision Blizzard offers a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being for its employees.

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Blizzard Entertainment

Dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences...ever.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Blizzard Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software. After establishing the Blizzard Entertainment label in 1994, the company quickly became one of the most popular and well-respected makers of computer games. By focusing on creating well-designed, highly enjoyable entertainment experiences, Blizzard Entertainment has maintained an unparalleled reputation for quality since its inception. At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we’ve been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. We’re on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Hard work, iteration and polish go into the Blizzard “secret recipe,” but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us. Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Culture & Values

  • Gameplay First

    Everything we do at Blizzard Entertainment is based on the success of the gaming experiences we provide our players. The goal of each discipline within the company -- be it art, programming or customer support -- is to make our games as fun as possible for as many people as we can reach.

  • Commit to Quality

    “Blizzard polish” doesn’t just refer to our gameplay experiences, but to every aspect of our jobs. We approach each task carefully and seriously. We seek honest feedback and use it to improve the quality of our work. At the end of the day, most players won’t remember whether the game was late -- only whether it was great.

  • Play Nice; Play Fair

    In our business first impressions are important -- but lasting impressions are everything. We strive to maintain a high level of respect and integrity in all interactions with our players, colleagues, and business partners. The conduct of each Blizzard Entertainment employee, whether online or offline, can reflect on the entire company.

  • Embrace Your Inner Geek

    Everyone here is a geek at heart. Cutting-edge technology, comic books, science fiction, top-end video cards, action figures with the kung-fu grip…. Whatever it is they’re passionate about, it matters that each employee embraces it! Their unique enthusiasm helps to shape the fun, creative culture that is Blizzard Entertainment.

  • Every Voice Matters

    Great ideas can come from anywhere. Blizzard Entertainment is what it is today because of the voices of our players and of each member of the company. Every employee is encouraged to speak up, listen, be respectful of other opinions, and embrace criticism as just another avenue for great ideas.

  • Learn & Grow

    The games industry is ever-changing. Technology improves, techniques change, and design philosophies become outdated. Since the founding of Blizzard Entertainment, we’ve worked to improve through experience, teaching one another and cultivating the desire to be the best at what we do. We see this as an individual responsibility as well as a company one. Employees can count on their peers, managers, and the company itself to be supportive and help them gain the knowledge and training they need.

  • Think Globally

    Everywhere on the planet there are people who play Blizzard Entertainment games. While respecting the cultural diversity that makes people unique, we strive to grow and support our global gaming community. We also seek the most passionate, talented people in the world to enrich our company and help us forge the future vision of Blizzard Entertainment.

  • Lead Responsibly

    Our products and practices can affect not only our employees and players -- but the industry at large. As one of the world’s leading game companies, we’re committed to making ethical decisions, always keeping our players in mind, and setting a strong example of professionalism and excellence at all times.