Legal Counsel

Paradox Interactive is looking for a Legal Counsel to join the legal team and support the business across the group. If you have a strong interest in business law and want to work closely with an international gaming business, this is an opportunity to grow within a listed company operating in a genuinely creative and fun industry. Your mission As Legal Counsel, you will support the business with legal advice across a broad range of business matters, with a particular focus on intellectual property and commercial agreements. Your work will include areas such as: - Advise on intellectual property matters, including copyright, trademarks, licensing and the protection and exploitation of game-related IP, - Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, - Provide pragmatic legal support on a wide variety of operational matters, including office-related questions, content, marketing and other business initiatives, and - Advise on legal aspects of AI, including the adoption and use of AI tools, relevant regulatory developments and internal guidance and processes. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes, templates and ways of working, including the use of AI and legal tech tools to increase efficiency within and accessibility to the legal function. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders across the organization as well as coordination with external legal counsel when needed. Requirements - At least 4 years of experience working with business law, either as a corporate lawyer or at a law firm - Experience with intellectual property law, preferably copyright and licensing - Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law - Strong business judgement and ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives - Problem-solving attitude - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - Fluent in Swedish and English, spoken and written An interest in AI, emerging technologies and improving legal processes is important. Previous experience with AI-related legal issues, legal operations or legal tech is an advantage, as is experience in gaming, media, entertainment or technology. If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we review candidates on a continuous basis. Scope: Full-time and permanent with 6 months probation period Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Stockholm, Sweden Remote status: Office-based