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