Legal Counsel (Payment Solution for Igaming)

About the Client

Our client is a rapidly growing iGaming company, expanding its operations in multiple jurisdictions. With a strong presence in the industry, they are now looking a Legal Counsel to support their operations and help them to launch the new payment vertical.

Role Overview

The Legal Counsel will be responsible for establishing and maintaining legal entities across various jurisdictions including Cyprus, Lithuania, and Estonia, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and handling corporate legal matters.
Legal Counsel will also be responsible for the legal aspects of implementing a new payment solution. This role requires strong expertise in fintech and payments industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing and managing legal entities in Cyprus, Lithuania, and Estonia for e-commerce and iGaming projects.
• Handling company registrations, regulatory filings, and liaising with local authorities.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating merchant agreements, and banking-related legal documents.
• Assisting with UBO setup and corporate structuring if required
• Ensuring full compliance with iGaming regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
• Advising on legal matters related to payment processing, AML compliance, and financial regulations
• Supporting the licensing process (Canadian MSB licences).

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in Fintech environment - PSP, EMI, Canadian MSB or other payment services.
• Experience in legal support for gambling operators, compliance, licensing) - nice to have.
• Experience dealing with banks, PSPs, and financial institutions.
• Previous involvement in corporate structuring, UBO setup, or regulatory licensing
• Fluent English is a must.

Key Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Business-oriented mindset with a pragmatic approach to legal challenges
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-risk industry
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and market rates
• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional legal work in fintech and gambling
• Remote or hybrid work options, depending on location

Career growth opportunities within the legal and compliance team

If you have a strategic mindset, hands-on approach, and fluent English, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a forward-thinking organization.