Legal Counsel

Our client is looking to recruit either a Junior Legal Counsel or Legal Counsel, depending on the candidate's level of experience, to join their growing legal team. In this role, you will provide legal support across a broad range of corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters within the iGaming industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including software license agreements, service agreements, and NDAs.
• Manage corporate transactions, restructurings, and share transfers.
• Prepare corporate governance documentation, including board resolutions and minutes.
• Maintain corporate records and oversee regulatory filings.
• Support gaming license applications and ongoing regulatory obligations.
• Liaise with external legal advisors, regulators, and corporate service providers.
• Conduct KYC/AML due diligence and legal risk assessments.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of internal compliance policies.
• Manage intellectual property matters, including trademark registrations and renewals.
• Advise on data protection and privacy matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Support legal training initiatives and identify legal risks.

Requirements

• Fluent in English; fluency in Maltese is considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Outgoing, collaborative, and a strong team player.
• Driven, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

Education and Experience

• Up to 2 years' experience for the Junior Legal Counsel role, or 3–5 years' relevant experience for the Legal Counsel role.
• Qualified lawyer (for the Legal Counsel level)
• Experience in corporate, commercial, regulatory, or compliance law.
• Experience within iGaming or another regulated industry is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Flexibility in working hours