Lawyer (GameDev / AI / IT)

Lawyer (GameDev / AI / IT) — Cyprus

We are looking for a lawyer to join an international group of companies operating in the GameDev, AI, and IT sectors. We value a specialist who is based in Cyprus or has hands-on experience working with the Cypriot jurisdiction and international corporate structures.

The lawyer will be part of the operational function and work within the operational group of companies. The role requires a high level of autonomy, ownership, and independent decision-making, as it is a standalone legal position within the operational structure.

Responsibilities

Intellectual Property (IP)

• Drafting and reviewing agreements related to game development, publishing, and distribution (license agreements, contracts with developers, publishers, and partners).
• Establishing and maintaining clear chains of title for intellectual property.
• Supporting trademark and patent registrations, coordinating with external patent attorneys.

Product Legal Support

• Providing legal support for product launches (including game releases and platform pages such as Steam).
• Identifying and mitigating legal risks related to new products and features.
• Supporting product and marketing initiatives from a legal perspective.

Corporate Law and Transactions

• Preparing documentation for company incorporations and supporting group operations.
• Drafting corporate documents (resolutions, minutes, internal policies).
• Participating in investment transactions, share purchase/sale deals, and due diligence processes.
• Drafting MoUs, term sheets, and other transaction-related documentation.

Compliance and Regulatory

• Conducting legal reviews of new products and technologies (including data and IP matters).
• Ensuring compliance with personal data protection laws (including GDPR).
• Developing and updating internal policies and procedures.

Employment Law

• Drafting employment and termination agreements, as well as internal policies.
• Preparing legal letters and certificates upon employee requests.

Document Management and Structuring

• Organizing legal documentation and maintaining registers.
• Reviewing and structuring existing documentation.

Legal Tools & AI

• Using modern legal tools and technologies, including AI, to improve the efficiency of legal workflows.
• Identifying opportunities to automate routine legal processes and document handling.
• Implementing practical solutions to optimize legal operations within the company.

Requirements

• Law degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in international IT companies or law firms advising IT businesses.
• Experience with the jurisdiction of the Republic of Cyprus.
• Experience working with international corporate structures (holdings, multi-jurisdiction setups).
• Russian — required for the role.
• English — Upper-Intermediate or higher.
• Greek — a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience in investment transactions and M&A.
• Cross-border deal experience.
• Exposure to tax and currency regulation matters.
• Experience with modern legal tools and technologies, including AI in practice (not just theoretical exposure).

Conditions

• Work format: hybrid (office in Limassol)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday with flexible start time
• Competitive salary
• 21 working days of annual leave
• Private health insurance for employees residing in Cyprus, including coverage for family members

Contacts

Yulia