Sr. Corporate Counsel

Senior Corporate Counsel - Mindspark Interactive Network, Inc. (an IAC Company; NASDAQ:  IACI)

   New York, NY (White Plains, NY also a possibility)

Seeking Internet law guru, expert negotiator and drafting genius for dynamic and fast-growing online and downloadable consumer applications business. 

Responsibilities include:

·         Providing legal and compliance advice with respect to downloadable applications, web-based properties (including distributed applications – desktop and mobile, social media, virtual worlds and content sites) and web search services.

·         Negotiating and drafting complex transactional agreements for application, game and content development and distribution; business development; inbound and outbound licenses; online marketing transactions.

·         Being integrally involved in the businesses’ product development and ensuring compliance with Legal policies and procedures.

·         Drafting web and software documentation, including EULAs, Terms of Service and Privacy Policies.

·         Advising and supporting Legal and Business Development teams on various matters, including legal guidelines for new web properties, downloadable applications and content production.

·         Monitoring and advising on applicable regulations and legislation.

·         Taking preemptive measures to avoid legal risks, conflicts and issues.

The successful candidate should have the following:

·         At least six years’ legal work experience after law school graduation.

·         Blend of law firm and in-house experience; preferably transactional IP/IT focused and at least 2 years in-house.  

·         Excellent drafting skills:  demonstrated experience with commercial transactions, specifically the drafting and negotiation of complex technology-related agreements.

·         Background in Internet, online gaming, online advertising, copyright, trademark and privacy law.

·         Experience overseeing and closing multiple projects and transactions.

·         JD from an accredited law school; with strong academic performance.

·         New York bar membership.

·         Adaptability and ability to work on a wide range of matters that arise on a day-to-day basis.

·         Excellent problem solving skills.

·         Ability to identify and manage risk.

·         Excellent communication and inter-personal skills and command of the English language for internal and external communications.

·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team with rapidly changing deadlines and priorities.

·         Commitment to ethics and integrity.

·         Attention to detail.

·         Professionalism.

·         Sense of humor.

This description indicates the general nature and level of work for this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary to some degree. Salary commensurate with experience.  An equal opportunity employer.

About Mindspark Interactive Network (Mindspark):

Mindspark, an operating business of IAC (Nasdaq: IACI), is home to some of the most popular and engaging brands on the Web.  Mindspark  features social and entertainment destinations, and fun and interactive products that enable users to creatively express themselves online.  Mindspark builds success by continuously enhancing and improving our sites and products while identifying new, strategic opportunities that we are quickly able to deliver to market. Our team works in a fun, collaborative environment where creativity is encouraged, talent is respected, teamwork is embraced, and achievements are recognized and celebrated.

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