Legal Counsel

Frontier Developments plc; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game developer is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice across various aspects of the business, including IP protection and commercial contract negotiation. The successful candidate will ideally be an England & Wales qualified solicitor with 5-8 years of PQE. This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant studio located in Cambridge, UK, promoting a healthy work-life balance and a range of employee benefits including a competitive salary and relocation support.

Benefits

Success-based annual bonus

Private family healthcare

Flexitime working hours

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified solicitor, ideally 5-8 years PQE.
• Strong experience of commercial contracts, IP management, and technology-related legal issues.
• Ability to make timely decisions balancing risk and opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a range of commercial contracts including licenses and agreements.
• Support IP portfolio management including trademarks and copyrights.
• Provide legal advice on data protection and emerging AI regulations.

Skills

Commercial contracts

IP management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

England & Wales qualified solicitor (5-8 PQE)

Job description

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

WHAT’S THE ROLE

We’re looking for a talented Legal Counsel to join our in-house Legal Team and provide expert advice across all legal aspects at Frontier, including our own and partner-licensed IPs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level England & Wales qualified solicitor (c. 5–8 PQE) who wants to work in a dynamic, fast-paced industry where creativity meets cutting-edge technology.

As Legal Counsel, you’ll play pivotal role in safeguarding our IP, supporting innovative projects, and advising on a wide range of legal matters that influence our games and partnerships. Reporting to the General Counsel, you’ll work closely with Development, Publishing and wider teams across the company.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brilliant and dynamic Legal team working in a fun and exciting computer games studio!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Commercial & IP Law

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including media and influencer agreements, service, partnership and licensing agreements.
• Handle actor/talent agreements and music licensing agreements, including with external licensing support.
• Lead on IP Partner licence agreements and advise on existing and in-negotiation licence deal terms.
• Support IP portfolio management (trademarks, patents, copyrights) ensure protection and enforcement of rights.
• Provide advice on IP-related issues such as infringement, brand usage, and licensing.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Assist employment contract drafting and amendments.
• Advice on consumer protection laws and regulations affecting our games.
• Help maintain player-facing documentation e.g. EULAs, UGC terms and website content.
• Assist Customer Support with escalated player disputers and complaints, ensuring resolution in line with legal requirements and community rules.
• Support governance processes and policy drafting.

Data Privacy & AI Guidance and Code

• Provide proactive guidance on emerging AI regulations.
• Draft/review data processing agreements and ensure compliance with data protection laws.
• Assist with data breach responses when required.

Team & Business Support

• Mentor and coaching junior members legal team and assist delivering training and development initiatives.
• Draft and update guidance and policies.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• England & Wales qualified solicitor, ideally 5–8 years PQE.
• Strong experience of commercial contracts, IP management, and technology-related legal issues.
• Ability to make timely, informed decisions that balance risk and opportunity to the business.
• Familiarity with employment law, Intellectual Property law, consumer protection law, and data privacy law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability develop strong relationships and become a trusted business partner are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive adaptable, and eager to learn and take on new challenges.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Experience in music licensing, talent agreements, marketing agreements and/or CAP code.
• Experience supporting a listed company.
• Awareness of legislation and regulation affecting the video games industry.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.

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