Head of Legal and Compliance

WA Technology is a B2B supplier of iGaming solutions with a rapidly growing number of clients and partnerships in emerging markets. We offer a state-of-the-art iGaming platform, turnkey solutions, and standalone products that allow operators to enter or expand into emerging markets quickly and easily.

WA Platform is a fully scalable and customizable solution, featuring over 75+ game providers, 15.000+ games, and multi-currency support with 80+ payment methods. WA Technology enables operators to build their own Casino, Sportsbook, Lottery and Fantasy business precisely how they envision it. We have offices around the world, supporting our clients with on-the-ground presence and regional expertise.

We currently have teams based in Malta, Lisbon (Portugal), Sofia (Bulgaria), London (UK) and Bucharest (Romania). Our hybrid work model encourages regular in-person collaboration while also allowing flexibility to work remotely.

The Head of Legal & Compliance is responsible for overseeing and advising on the legal and compliance requirements across WA Technology, reporting to the Group’s CLCO. The Head of Legal & Compliance acts as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders on legal and compliance matters, providing practical, risk-based advice and supporting the business in meeting its legal, regulatory and governance obligations.

Scope of Legal services,

• Advising on commercial, corporate and operational legal matters, ensuring alignment with the Group’s risk appetite;

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and related legal documentation;

• Developing, maintaining, and updating legal templates, precedents and internal legal documentation frameworks;

• Providing legal support in relation to corporate governance matters, acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic transactions;

• Advising on key legal areas including online gaming, data protection, AML/CFT, intellectual property, IT, employment, corporate, commercial and property law;

• Supporting the development and maintenance of an intellectual property protection and management strategy for the Group;

• Managing and coordinating external legal counsel and specialist advisors as required;

• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and advising on their impact on the Group;

• Preparing legal updates, reports, and recommendations for senior management and regulators, as required.

• Designing, implementing and maintaining compliance frameworks, policies and procedures across multiple jurisdictions;

• Providing pragmatic, risk-based compliance advice to internal stakeholders;

• Maintaining and updating the Group’s risk register with responsible stakeholders;

• Managing the Company’s regulatory licence and software certification portfolios;

• Applying for new licences and certifications and maintaining the Group’s licence portfolio;

• Supporting the development and ongoing review of the Company’s risk management framework;

• Establishing and overseeing compliance control systems, monitoring activities and remediation actions;

• Developing and delivering compliance training to support awareness and adherence across the business;

• Liaising with regulators, external compliance advisors and service providers;

• Monitoring regulatory changes, trends, enforcement mechanisms and industry best practices and advising on required actions;

• Preparing compliance reports for senior management and regulatory submissions as required.

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as an in-house Legal Counsel within the iGaming industry (preferably B2B) or a similarly regulated environment;

• Strong knowledge of gaming, corporate, commercial, employment, IT, AML/CFT and IP laws and regulations;

• Solid understanding of AML/CFT frameworks and requirements and due diligence processes for individuals and businesses;

• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments in regulated and regulating markets;

• Proven experience in contract drafting, review and negotiation of complex commercial matters with third parties;

• Experience handling claims, mediation proceedings, opposition proceedings and other regulatory and litigious actions;

• Experience handling audits and exposure to licence application processes, certifications and audit processes;

• Advanced level of spoken and written English, with proficiency in other languages considered a plus;

• Proficiency in Jira, Google Suite, MS Office and Claude AI or similar models;

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset;

• Business-oriented, with a collaborative and structured approach to problem-solving;

• Willingness to travel on demand.

• Flexible work environment with a hybrid work setup

• Opportunity to work with well-connected industry leaders.

• A leadership approach that fosters innovation, creativity, and trust.

• Opportunity to experience the buzz of highly driven and motivated work colleagues.

• Experience a start-up feel in a fast-paced growth-driven environment.

"We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values and promotes diversity. Our aim is to create a vibrant, accessible, and welcoming environment for individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those from underrepresented groups. Our hiring decisions are made based on the merits of skills, experience, and potential, ensuring fairness and equality for all applicants."