Legal and Compliance Sr Officer Latam

Posted:
10/18/2024, 2:34:55 AM

Location(s):
RAP (Especial) Central, Colombia ⋅ Bogota, RAP (Especial) Central, Colombia

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

As a Bilingual Spanish and English-speaking Legal and Compliance Senior Officer Latam, you will work in the fields of legal/compliance/AML/audit/accounting and take care of the Latam regulatory regimes. If this sounds like you, we believe you've found your next role, come join our growing team!

Your Squad:

Our team is all about good vibes and working together like a tight-knit crew. We create a warm and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome so don't worry if you don't have specific industry experience - we're looking for friendly, outgoing folks who know how to give exceptional customer service. So, if you've excelled in customer-facing roles, we want you on our team! We're big on collaboration, celebrating wins, and helping each other grows.

Our Story:

We are a well-established tech startup, we pride ourselves on being early adopters, progressive in our approach and adaptable to the ever-changing technology landscape. Our core focus is in the online gaming space, building well-designed casino games, and sportsbooks. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Contractual drafting, reviewing and negotiating including: Non-disclosures agreements, software licenses & data processing agreements.
  • Using standard contract templates to prepare/agree other agreements (e.g. Service Terms and Conditions, subcontracts, consultancy, agency, and reseller agreement)
  • Amendments to/extension of existing agreements.
  • Provide day to day legal advice on legal matters related to the operation of the Company.
  • Develop and communication of creative solutions and mitigation strategies to key negotiation points.
  • Work closely (showing flexibility, strong communication skills and being a teammate) with the business verticals to ensure full support in launching new products/features/promotions in compliant manner.
  • Co-ordinate compliance in relation to products, strategies and operational processes and procedures, working with partners and management.
  • Support the development and implementation of an effective legal compliance program.
  • Provide support for the implementation of policies and controls.
  • Provide support on the monitoring of the license obligations and mandatory reports to the authorities.
  • Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance.
  • Support the Compliance team with the different processes to enhance the portfolio of games.
  • Support on the license application process.

Requirements:

  • Must be proficient in English and have excellent comms skills, both written and verbal.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a corporate lawyer.
  • Experience of working with regulators, external auditors, and inspectors would be advantageous.
  • Experience of interpreting and applying legislation or regulation within a company context.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in drafting contracts.
  • Motivated, hardworking, able to manage self and other tasks to meet required deadlines.
  • Proficient with Google Suite (Drive, Spreadsheets, Docs), Slack, Air table & Intercom.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Sports & Gambling knowledge advantageous.
  • Cryptocurrency knowledge would be advantageous.
  • Portuguese Speaker would be advantageous.
  • Experience in the Gambling industry would be advantageous.

Benefits:

Some of the perks of working for us:

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Team socials and ad-hoc get-togethers, and events for you to get involved in (if you wish).
  • Annual training and development budget, and we have many many more initiatives!