Description:

The Opportunity:
KRAFTON is a global video game organization headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, known for its commitment to “Keep the craftsmanship on.” We develop and publish world-class titles such as PUBG: Battlegrounds, Subnautica, inZOI, and others through our internationally recognized studios, including PUBG Studios, Unknown Worlds, and Tango Gameworks

As part of our expanding global operations, the Legal Team is seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel to support a wide range of commercial transactions, IP management, and broader legal operations across Krafton and its affiliates worldwide.

Responsibilities:
Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on a broad portfolio of commercial agreements, including:

Publishing Agreements
Platform Agreements
Services agreements
Development and licensing agreements
Merchandising agreements
Technology and software license agreements
Data privacy–related agreements
Develop, maintain, and improve contract templates, playbooks, and internal legal resources.
Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements and templates.
Build strong working relationships and collaborate cross-functionally with global stakeholders.
Work closely with the IP team to identify, register, protect, and enforce the company's IP portfolio, including copyrights, trademarks, and domain names.

Qualifications:

3+ years of relevant legal experience in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department.
At least 3 years of hands-on experience handling commercial transactions.
Ability to independently manage commercial matters with minimal supervision.
Strong communication skills in English and ability to work effectively across time zones, cultures, and languages (including through translators).
Team-oriented mindset; able to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
Proactive, “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude in handling matters with or without additional support.
Hold a law degree and be licensed to practice law in the United States, or a common law jurisdiction.
Professional demeanor combined with a sense of humor.

Preferred Qualifications:

Korean language proficiency.
Experience with legal technology tools or platforms.
Background in the video game, entertainment, or software technology industries.

Reasonable Accommodation
KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas, to begin the interactive process.