Legal Counsel

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Founded in 2018, First Fun is a global internet entertainment company specializing in mobile gaming and social networking. With over 50 million downloads across 100+ countries, we’re home to global hits like Last War:
Survival — one of the top 2 mobile games worldwide by revenue and downloads — as well as Total War:
Survival and Top Heroes
. We’re driven by a player-first mindset and a passion for delivering immersive, high-quality experiences that engage millions of users every day. At the heart of First Fun is a startup spirit — agile, efficient, and focused — paired with the resources and vision of a global leader in the mobile gaming industry.

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team and lead legal affairs for our operations in the United States. This role will provide strategic legal support across a range of initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with group-wide standards. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, solution-oriented legal professional with strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate across teams and jurisdictions.

• Provide expert legal support for key strategic initiatives in the U.S., advising on legal and regulatory issues from planning through execution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and leases where applicable.
• Advise on U.S. regulatory compliance, including but not limited to advertising regulations, data protection, and employment law.
• Conduct legal research and assess legal risks related to U.S. and global operations.
• Monitor and interpret evolving laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure the company remains compliant and forward-thinking.

• Coordinate with external legal counsel in the U.S. to manage legal matters efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and group-level stakeholders to align legal strategies with business objectives.

• Work closely with the headquarters legal team on projects or matters delegated from time to time.
• Support or lead internal legal training sessions to strengthen compliance awareness and legal understanding among U.S.
  
  -based teams and within the legal department.
• Participate actively in company-wide initiatives, contributing legal insight while maintaining a business-first, solutions-oriented mindset.

• J.D. from an accredited university.
• Licensed to practice law in California, or qualified in another common law jurisdiction with substantial experience in California law.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, ideally a combination of law firm and in-house counsel roles.
• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities, with the ability to manage projects independently and interpret complex U.S. legal frameworks.
• Experience in the AI, gaming, or broader technology sectors is a plus, particularly with regard to data privacy, trust and safety, and child/minor protection regulations.

• Demonstrated business judgment and the ability to craft creative, practical legal solutions to complex business challenges.
• Results-driven with a strong sense of integrity and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude, hands-on approach, and willingness to step in wherever needed.
• Detail-oriented, business-savvy, and capable of working under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities and take ownership of projects with minimal supervision.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required, with the ability to work effectively across time zones and international teams.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free daily lunch with a variety of self-selected options
• Complimentary snacks and beverages
  
  Free and convenient parking
• Clean, beautiful, and newly designed work environment

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Legal

Industries:
Computer Games, Technology, Information and Media, and Entertainment Providers

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