Our client is a leading provider in the online gaming industry offering Live Dealer experiences since 2019 and a rapidly expanding suite of RNG and Slot Games. Focused on delivering tech-forward entertainment-first solutions the company serves operator partners across multiple global markets.
As the company continues to grow and enter new markets we are seeking an experienced Chief Legal Officer with a proactive can-do attitude to lead global expansion and regulatory strategy.
Responsibilities
Licensing & Market Expansion
- Lead the end-to-end process of obtaining renewing and maintaining gambling licenses in various jurisdictions
- Conduct legal and regulatory research of prospective markets to assess opportunities and risks
- Prepare legal opinions and go/no-go recommendations for new market entry (LATAM EU Asia Africa etc.)
- Liaise with local legal advisors regulatory bodies and licensing authorities
- Oversee preparation and submission of licensing documentation and support during audits
Legal Entity Structuring & Corporate Governance
- Manage setup and maintenance of legal entities globally
- Ensure compliance with corporate laws tax regulations and governance standards
- Support international structuring for legal and tax efficiency at the group level
Regulatory Compliance & Framework Development
- Develop and maintain compliance frameworks (AML GDPR KYC Responsible Gambling etc.)
- Work with Chief Integrity Officer on internal policies and risk mitigation
- Prepare for and manage inspections and regulator inquiries
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess business impact
Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
- Assess and mitigate legal risks across operations marketing partnerships payments and end-user activity
- Review and negotiate commercial agreements and service contracts
Cross-Departmental Legal Support
- Advise executive leadership on strategic initiatives and partnerships
- Provide day-to-day legal support across departments: commercial product marketing HR finance operations
- Ensure compliance in all external and internal documentation
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Law degree (preferably in international financial or corporate law)
- Minimum 10 years of post-qualification legal experience including 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Mandatory experience in gambling/iGaming fintech crypto or another highly regulated digital sector
- Experience with gambling licensing authorities (MGA Curacao UKGC etc.)
- Proven experience in international legal structuring and cross-border governance
Skills & Competencies
- Deep understanding of gambling/iGaming legal and regulatory frameworks
- Expert knowledge of compliance standards (AML GDPR KYC etc.)
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Proven leadership and ability to manage external legal providers
- Fluent in English
- Strategic mindset attention to detail adaptable business-oriented
What We Offer
- Remote-first role with flexible work options (including coworking access in Kyiv)
- 20 paid vacation days 5 flexible days 15 sick days
- National public holidays observed (for Ukraine-based employees)
- Dynamic international environment with growth opportunities
- Annual bonuses based on personal and company performance