Legal Counsel
- Malta Island
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Monitor and interpret applicable laws, guidelines, and regulatory updates affecting B2B online gaming within MGA as well as other jurisdictions
- Manage license applications, renewals, and ongoing obligations
- Act as a liaison with the authorities and other relevant regulatory bodies.
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of AML/CFT frameworks in line with the FIAU Implementing @Procedures.
- Conduct regular internal compliance audits and risk assessments.
- Maintain the company's Compliance Register, incident logs, and reporting obligations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements (e.g., software licensing, SLAs, white-label agreements).
- Advise internal teams on legal and regulatory risk in marketing, promotional campaigns, and content distribution.
- Support the business with legal due diligence in corporate transactions (e.g., partnerships, investments).
- Ensure GDPR compliance, including data processing agreements, privacy policies, and cross-border data flows.
- Manage external counsel relationships as needed and oversee any legal disputes or litigation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business administration or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in legal and/or compliance roles, ideally within the iGaming industry
- Knowledge of other licensing jurisdictions
- Proven experience with MGA regulatory requirements.
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, AML/CFT regulations, and EU gaming legislation.
- Exceptional legal drafting and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and regulatory management tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
- Experience with blockchain/crypto compliance in gaming.
- Familiarity with risk-based approach to onboarding and KYB.