Senior Legal Counsel
Posted 23 days agoAttractive SalaryJob Reference: 36728
A successful company is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to lead the legal and compliance efforts as we navigate the online gambling industry's evolving landscape.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance, particularly with Curacao/Anjouan-licensed operators, and experience advising on legal risks in different gambling markets.
In addition, the role requires expertise in guiding businesses through the transition from pre-regulated to fully regulated markets.
You will work closely with senior leadership, managing compliance, legal risks, and B2B provider contracts to ensure growth while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance Leadership: Develop and implement legal and compliance strategy, ensuring full compliance with Curacao and other international gambling regulations.
Market Risk Assessment: Provide senior management with strategic advice on the risks and benefits of entering new markets, focusing on the legal implications of transitioning from pre-regulated to regulated environments.
Transition to Regulated Markets: Lead efforts to ensure smooth transitions from operating in pre-regulated markets to full regulatory compliance as the business expands, advising on licensing procedures, regulatory requirements, and risk management.
B2B Provider Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with B2B providers, ensuring favourable terms while managing legal risks.
Cross-Jurisdictional Expertise: Stay updated on gambling regulations in different markets, proactively advising on legal strategies for expansion and compliance.
Corporate Governance & Reporting: Ensure the company's governance structures meet legal standards, maintaining accurate records and advising on board reporting requirements.
Commercial Agreements & Negotiations: Lead negotiations for key commercial agreements, ensuring terms align with business goals while minimising risk exposure.
Legal Research & Risk Analysis: Conduct comprehensive legal research on relevant regulatory issues and provide actionable insights to internal teams.
Stakeholder Management:
Serve as a key advisor to the executive team, offering strategic legal insights to support growth in compliance with legal standards.
Qualifications:
Law Degree & Licensing: Qualified to practice law in a recognised jurisdiction, with international legal experience preferred.
Experience in Online Gambling: 5-7 years of legal experience, with a focus on the online gambling industry, particularly in working with Curacao-licensed operators.
Regulatory Transition Expertise: Proven track record in guiding companies through the transition from pre-regulated to fully regulated markets.
Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of gambling regulations across various markets and the ability to assess and advise on compliance and risk management.
B2B Contract Expertise: Strong experience in negotiating B2B contracts, with a focus on mitigating risks while fostering business growth.
Risk Management: Ability to assess and manage legal risks, particularly in emerging and regulated gambling markets.
Commercial Acumen: A business-minded approach to legal strategy, balancing legal considerations with commercial objectives.
Communication & Leadership: Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines. This senior role is crucial to the mission to redefine the gambling entertainment industry through innovation. If you are a strategic, creative, and forward-thinking Legal Professional, join this team and help shape the future of this superb business.