Legal & Compliance Manager.

About the Role:

As a Legal & Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for the coordination, development, and embedding of the legal and compliance framework in the LATAM region. Join a diverse, Spanish/English-speaking team in shaping the future of online casinos while ensuring the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee the legal and compliance framework for the Latam market, ensuring the company’s operations align with local and international regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key contracts, including NDAs, software licenses, data processing agreements, and subcontractor agreements. This includes modifying and extending existing contracts as needed.
• Provide strategic legal advice to support business decisions, including creative solutions for complex negotiations and compliance challenges.
• Support the development and execution of effective compliance programs, including the creation of policies, controls, and procedures to meet regulatory standards.
• Coordinate compliance efforts across different business verticals, ensuring that new products, features, and promotions are launched in full compliance.
• Oversee AML compliance, including transaction monitoring and regulatory reporting, while liaising with internal teams to ensure timely submissions.
• Conduct proactive internal audits to identify and address potential compliance risks.
• Manage communications with regulatory authorities and support the preparation of license applications and renewals.
• Collaborate with external and internal auditors, ensuring thorough and accurate responses to inquiries.
• Provide ongoing training to employees on compliance requirements and industry best practices.
• Support crisis management planning to address potential compliance violations.

 

Desired Experience:

• Law degree with at least 8 years in a legal, compliance, regulatory, or auditing role.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams.
• Background in sports and online gambling is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in English, with strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with contract drafting, risk assessment, and regulatory interactions.
• Familiarity with Google Suite, Slack, Airtable, and Intercom.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.