Commercial Counsel

THE COMPANY

KRAFTON is dedicated to identifying and publishing games worldwide that offer a uniquely enjoyable experience crafted by our globally recognized production studios known for their distinctive creativity. We continuously push the boundaries of gaming enjoyment by embracing new challenges and technologies and expanding our platforms and services to captivate an even larger fan base. Best known for the genre-defining worldwide sensation PUBG: Battlegrounds our stellar studios based across the globe include PUBG Studios Striking Distance Studios Unknown Worlds Bluehole Studio RisingWings and collaboration with our passionate and driven team we strive to establish ourselves as a renowned creator of masterpieces in the global gaming market.

THE OPPORTUNITY

KRAFTON is a global video game organization headquartered in Seoul South Korea known for its commitment to Keep the craftsmanship on. We develop and publish world-class titles such as PUBG: Battlegrounds Subnautica inZOI and others through our internationally recognized studios including PUBG Studios Unknown Worlds and Tango Gameworks

As part of our expanding global operations the Legal Team is seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel to support a wide range of commercial transactions IP management and broader legal operations across Krafton and its affiliates worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft negotiate review and advise on a broad portfolio of commercial agreements including:
  • Publishing Agreements
  • Platform Agreements
  • Services agreements
  • Development and licensing agreements
  • Merchandising agreements
  • Technology and software license agreements
  • Data privacyrelated agreements
• Develop maintain and improve contract templates playbooks and internal legal resources.
• Draft review and negotiate employment-related agreements and templates.
• Build strong working relationships and collaborate cross-functionally with global stakeholders.
• Work closely with the IP team to identify register protect and enforce the companys IP portfolio including copyrights trademarks and domain names.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of relevant legal experience in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience handling commercial transactions.
• Ability to independently manage commercial matters with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work effectively across time zones cultures and languages (including through translators).
• Team-oriented mindset; able to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
• Proactive roll-up-your-sleeves attitude in handling matters with or without additional support.
• Hold a law degree and be licensed to practice law in the United States or a common law jurisdiction.
• Professional demeanor combined with a sense of humor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Korean language proficiency.
• Experience with legal technology tools or platforms.
• Background in the video game entertainment or software technology industries.

Reasonable Accommodation

KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas to begin the interactive process.

EEOC statement

KRAFTON Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

In California the expected salary range for this position is $147000-$202000. The listed expected salary range represents a good faith estimate and the actual pay may depend on a variety of job-related factors that can include experience education skills and location.

Dont meet every single requirement

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply at jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Krafton we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

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