Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy & Compliance
Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the Role
As Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy & Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing our compliance programs to meet regulatory requirements and industry best practices. You will ensure that our games and the Fortis compliance program align with applicable laws, industry standards, and policies across functions at Fortis, from game development to marketing and user acquisition.
Your North Star will help reduce legal risk and enhance user trust by ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, in line with our Global Compliance Framework. You will work closely with the compliance, legal, game, and central technology teams to thoughtfully enhance our compliance program.
Key Responsibilities
- Compliance Program Management:
- Oversee and enhance the compliance function to ensure alignment with legal and ethical requirements across all operations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and procedures.
- Lead ad-hoc compliance projects related to GDPR, game design, and other regulations.
- Identify gaps in compliance and develop solutions to address them
- Privacy & Data Protection:
- Advise on global privacy and data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, COPPA) impacting game development, publishing, and marketing.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and marketing teams to integrate privacy-by-design into game features and systems.
- Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with compliance, central, and game teams to integrate legal requirements into product development.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align compliance strategies and address emerging risks.
- Work with the General Counsel to mitigate potential compliance risks and ensure legal standards are upheld.
- Training and Awareness:
- Develop and deliver training on compliance and privacy topics.
- Foster an internal culture of compliance through awareness programs.
What You’ll Need to Be Successful:
- Qualified to practice law and in good standing in at least one jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably in consumer technology or gaming.
- Strong understanding of global privacy regulations and compliance requirements, especially around user acquisition and young players.
- Experience managing compliance projects and implementing legal frameworks in a fast-paced, creative environment.
- Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and the ability to build relationships across the organization.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to legal challenges.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with international gaming regulations and industry best practices.
- Familiarity with youth privacy regulations and game content moderation laws.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex projects across multiple jurisdictions.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
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We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
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Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis 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.
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