Legal Counsel

**Company Description**
Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

Under the supervision of the Data Protection Officer Europe and the Deputy Global DPO, you will be part of the Data & Privacy team within the Legal Department, collaborating with all Ubisoft teams.

In this role:

- You will negotiate the personal data aspects of contracts with Ubisoft's partners and service providers, thereby contributing to Ubisoft's legal security and privacy compliance.
- You will support operational teams, particularly publishing teams, in their innovative activities.
- You will help develop Ubisoft's documentation (e.g., privacy impact assessments, updates to privacy policies, etc.).
- You will conduct audits of Ubisoft's procedures and data processing activities.
- You will train Ubisoft employees on personal data protection (in-person, via videoconferencing, or through innovative formats).
- You will identify potential local requirements, anticipate legislative, regulatory, and case law developments, and propose appropriate measures.
- You will monitor technological developments to foresee future trends and practices in video games and entertainment.

**Qualifications** Relevant experience**

You have significant initial experience as a legal counsel or attorney. During these experiences, you specifically handled matters related to personal data protection and are eager to dedicate yourself fully to these topics as part of an expert team.

**Skills and knowledge**
- You have a strong command of English (fluent written and spoken), enabling you to communicate effectively with international teams on a daily basis.
- You demonstrate rigor, possess excellent interpersonal skills, are proactive, autonomous, and enjoy working as part of a team.
- Your energy is highly valued, and you have proven experience in managing projects collaboratively.
- You thrive in a creative and innovative environment and have a keen interest in the entertainment industry, ideally in the video game sector.

**Additional Information** Ubisoft's perks**

Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan. 25 paid time off + 12 additional paid days off. 50% of your transportation pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9€/day), healthcare for you and your family, and lots of Ubisoft additional perks.
Maternity leaves of 20 weeks, paternity/co-parental leaves of 7 weeks.
Our office is located in Saint Mandé, (Metro line 1, Saint Mandé station). Gym available in the building. Ability to work with a hybrid work arrangement according to the Ubisoft Work From Home policy.

**Recruitment process**

[30 minutes] : phone call with a Recruiter
[60 minutes] : on-site interview with the manager of the role and a Recruiter,
[60 minutes] : visio interview with the Data Protection Director.
[30 minutes] : phone call with the Chief Legal Officer

**Additional Information**

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our gamers’ community.

The job reports to the International HQ.