Full-Time

Lead Counsel

Trust & Safety

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Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$223.8k - $328.3kAnnually

Senior

Washington, USA + 2 more

More locations: California, USA | New York, NY, USA

Open to multiple locations across the US including California, New York City, and Washington.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Licensed in good standing to practice law
  • 6+ years legal experience, including 4+ years relevant experience focused on Trust and Safety (in-house experience at a fast-paced technology company preferred)
  • Hands-on experience providing practical and actional legal guidance regarding risks and obligations under global safety and transparency laws (including EU's Digital Services Act, the UK's Online Safety Act, Australia's Online Safety Act), and relevant regulatory and litigation precedent
  • Familiarity with global data protection law, including children's privacy law and age-appropriate design codes, and laws applicable to the use of artificial intelligence in the trust and safety context
  • Understanding of safety, transparency, and privacy considerations relevant to user generated content, user-to-user communication features, digital asset marketplaces, non-linear interactive media, and both proactive detection and reactive reporting and appeals
  • Familiarity with global video games rating systems a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, an ability to operate autonomously as an expert in your area while exercising good judgment about escalation and collaboration, and confidence in being a primary point of contact for a wide range of internal stakeholders on legal trust and safety issues
  • Experience in healthy ways of handling occasional exposure to complex or difficult content
Responsibilities
  • Advise on law and upcoming changes to law relevant to content moderation and safety by design.
  • Provide practical advice on risks and risk mitigation strategies informed by law, industry best practice, and emerging research
  • Provide legal support for updates to trust and safety policy changes, process changes, risk assessments, and other document creation
  • Act as legal support in trust and safety investigation and escalations
  • Coordinate with the legal regulatory team on forthcoming regulatory obligations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally within legal team, including other subject matter experts, to ensure fulsome advice
  • Engage in conversations with business at all levels, including senior leadership, about risks and compliant opportunities for trust and safety

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms like iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with valuable resources.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

25%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
  • Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
  • The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
  • The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
  • The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
  • Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical