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Malta, Europe, Malta, Spain
Attractive Salary
A highly regarded B2C iGaming business is looking to hire a Regulatory Compliance specialist to support the requirements of the DGOJ.
Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards in the Spanish market by researching and communicating regulatory requirements, creating action plans, and obtaining approvals from DGOJ and any other relevant regulatory bodies.
Support the Compliance Manager in ensuring all Spanish regulatory requirements are met, delivering regulatory compliance initiatives effectively across the organisation.
Conduct regulatory research by monitoring updates from the regulator, the Spanish Government, and other relevant sources.
Develop and support regulatory policies by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders while incorporating emerging trends and market-specific developments.
Propose the strategic approach for Spanish regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with the company's wider compliance objectives.
Liaise with the DGOJ, the Spanish Police Authority, and other relevant bodies to promote the company's interests.
Perform risk assessments and internal audits relating to legal and regulatory compliance across operational, technical, and support processes applicable to Spain.
Prepare reports on Spanish regulatory requirements and associated action plans.
Draft formal responses to enquiries and investigations conducted by Spanish authorities.
Coordinate compliance audits carried out by the DGOJ and other regulatory authorities.
Promote a culture of compliance throughout the business by delivering training and supporting awareness initiatives.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, or a related field. An academic background in Law is preferred.
3–7 years' relevant experience within the iGaming industry, with strong knowledge of the Spanish regulated market.
Experience managing regulatory requirements and liaising with regulatory authorities.
Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
A technology-focused mindset and a passion for innovation within the industry.
Fluency in English.
A business-oriented approach, with the ability to assess regulatory risk in a commercial context and drive compliant outcomes rather than simply identifying issues.
An excellent salary is on offer for this position.
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Legal and Regulatory Affairs Officer
Ta’Xbiex, Europe, Spain
Attractive Salary
I am looking to hire a Legal & Regulatory Affairs Officer (Spain) to join my iGaming client's Barcelona office and play a key role in supporting the Group's legal, regulatory, and compliance activities in Spain.
Reporting directly to the Chief Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Director and working closely with the Legal and Compliance Managers based in Malta, you will serve as the primary legal and compliance representative for Spain. You will take ownership of local legal, regulatory and compliance matters, helping to reduce reliance on external counsel while ensuring the Group remains compliant with all applicable Spanish legal and regulatory requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who enjoys working autonomously in a fast-paced, international and highly regulated environment.
Main Duties include;
Legal & Commercial Support
Provide day-to-day legal advice on a broad range of commercial, corporate and operational matters.
Draft, and review a variety of commercial agreements, supplier contracts, partnership agreements and other legal documentation.
Support internal stakeholders across multiple departments on legal and regulatory matters.
Assist with corporate governance and company secretarial matters relating to Spanish entities.
Manage and coordinate legal matters involving external counsel where required.
Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities
Act as the primary point of contact for Spanish legal, regulatory and compliance matters.
Support the implementation and monitoring of compliance frameworks, policies and procedures within Spain.
Monitor regulatory developments and legislative changes impacting the Group's Spanish operations and provide practical guidance to relevant stakeholders.
Liaise with the Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ) and other relevant authorities when required.
Prepare, review and submit regulatory filings, notifications and reports through relevant regulatory portals.
Support regulatory audits, inspections and information requests.
Work closely with the Chief Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Director to strengthen the Group's compliance culture and regulatory governance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Product, Marketing, Operations and Commercial teams to ensure business initiatives are compliant and commercially sound.
Support wider Group legal projects and initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal and compliance processes and documentation.
Who are you?
Qualified lawyer with a Law Degree and admission to a Spanish Bar Association.
5+ years of post-qualification experience gained in private practice and/or an in-house legal environment.
Strong knowledge of Spanish commercial, corporate and regulatory law.
Previous experience interacting with the DGOJ and a solid understanding of the Spanish online gambling regulatory framework.
Experience within the iGaming, betting, fintech, payments or another regulated industry would be highly advantageous.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of legal and compliance matters.
Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English.
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
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