Head of Legal

Overview

Are you an experienced Head of Legal & Compliance with experience in the wagering, gaming, fintech, payments or other highly regulated sectors in LATAM markets? We're looking for a regional legal expert as we continue our growth in the region

What's In It For You

The Head of Legal & Compliance will be the regional legal expert, trusted advisor to the business, and the key liaison with regulators and external counsel across LATAM markets.

Your role with us

This strategic role will ensure our operations remain aligned with local regulatory frameworks, emerging legislation, and our global standards for responsible, compliant, and ethical wagering. The role will lead all legal, regulatory, licensing, and compliance activities across the Latin American region for our global wagering business.

Who are we?

At Easygo we notably serve iGaming brands such as Stake.com, Kick.com and Twist Gaming, providing live streaming, casino, sportsbook and game development services. Based in Melbourne with a global presence, we offer diverse opportunities across Tech, Marketing, Operations, Mathematics and Design.

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What You Will Do

Legal Leadership

- Provide strategic legal advice to senior management on all regional legal matters, including regulatory, commercial, licensing, corporate and employment-related issues.

- Oversee the drafting, review and negotiations of a wide range of commercial agreements (supplier, media, affiliate, technology, data, sponsorship, etc.).

- Oversee legal risk management and drive processes that support safe, sustainable growth in regulated and newly regulating LATAM markets.

- Monitor legislative developments across LATAM and advise on business impacts and opportunities.

Regulatory & Licensing

- Oversee all regulatory engagement with LATAM wagering authorities, regulators and government bodies.

- Ensure ongoing compliance with all licensing obligations and support new license applications and renewals across the region.

- Interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable business practices.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Develop, implement and oversee compliance programs in areas such as AML/CTF, responsible gambling, data privacy, sanctions and anti‑bribery.

- Lead compliance monitoring, auditing, reporting and remediation activities.

- Partner with global compliance to ensure consistency with group frameworks and standards.

- Serve as a point of escalation for compliance incidents, investigations and regulator inquiries.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

- Partner closely with Product, Operations, Marketing, Payments, Risk and Finance teams to ensure compliant product design, customer processes and market launches.

- Support regional growth planning and market entry assessments with legal and regulatory analysis.

- Manage relationships with external counsel across LATAM jurisdictions.

Leadership & Team Management

- Build, lead and mentor a high‑performing regional legal and compliance team.

- Set clear objectives, drive operational excellence and foster a culture of integrity and accountability.

What You Will Bring

- Law degree and eligibility to practice in a LATAM jurisdiction.

- 10+ years’ post‑qualified experience, with deep exposure to regulated industries (preferably wagering, gaming, fintech, payments, telecoms or other highly regulated sectors).

- Demonstrated experience working with LATAM regulatory bodies.

- Proven ability to interpret and influence regulatory frameworks.

- Strong background in compliance, including AML/CTF and responsible gambling.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in both English and Spanish (Portuguese advantageous).

- Experience operating in a multinational, matrixed organisation.

- Fluency in English.

Bonus Points If You Also Have

- Prior experience in online wagering, sports betting, or digital entertainment.

- Experience leading teams across multiple LATAM jurisdictions.

- Familiarity with global regulatory standards (e.g., UKGC, MGA, AU wagering frameworks).

We believe that the unique contributions of everyone at Easygo are the driver of our success. To make sure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experiences, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, nationality, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran or disability status.

We’re a global team of dreamers, creators and game‑changers from every walk of life, united by a passion for entertainment that inspires the world. We actively welcome and champion talent from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences. Whether you're just starting out or bringing decades of experience, your unique voice matters here.

Job details

Location: Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia

Salary: COP 5,500,000.00

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Gambling Facilities and Casinos

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