IGT, a Nevada Corporation
Legal Counsel II (Manchester, UK - Hybrid)
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IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.
Whether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long-term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to customers we serve. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - www.igt.com.
Overview
We are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our Corporate Support legal team in Manchester, UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, technology-driven gaming business, supporting a broad range of commercial and data protection matters across the organization.
The ideal candidate will bring strong academic credentials, UK solicitor qualification, and experience providing practical legal guidance in either an in-house environment or private practice. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional stakeholders while developing expertise in a fast-paced and evolving business.
What You'll Do
- Draft, review, negotiate and interpret a wide variety of B2B contracts with customers and partners in the EMEA and APAC regions for commercial gaming customers including the sale of hardware, software systems and related products and services.
- Provide legal support to IGT’s cash collection team.
- Provide transactional drafting support and advice to Gaming sales operations team.
- Identify and advise internal clients on legal risks, mitigation, pre-litigation disputes and resolving a wide variety of issues that arise in existing commercial relationships.
- Assist in the management of external legal counsel.
- Support other departments within the IGT Legal Team including Data Privacy and Subsidiary Maintenance.
- Contribute to global legal team projects and strategic objectives.
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What We're Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor in the UK
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced legal degree preferred
- Minimum 5 years of professional work experience, including at least 2 years of relevant legal experience
- Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Knowledge of UK and/or EU data protection laws and regulations
- Ability to effectively manage relationships with internal clients and stakeholders
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to provide business-focused legal guidance
- Experience within a technology-focused organization or gaming industry is a plus
- Prior in-house legal experience preferred
Keys to Success
- Strong attention to detail and sound legal judgment
- Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to partner across teams
- Adaptability and eagerness to learn within a growing legal function
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Our Total Rewards program is designed to support your success, both professionally and personally, and may include:
- Private health and dental insurance coverage
- Life assurance, incapacity insurance, and travel insurance
- Pension plan with company participation
- Wellness allowance of £600 annually, paid quarterly
- Generous paid time off including 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
IGT is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the global communities and customers we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.
IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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