Head of Legal

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 proudly stand as a prominent service provider to a powerhouse of brands within the iGaming industry, including Stake.com, Kick.com and Twist Gaming. Stake is the world's largest crypto casino, and leads the industry with a seamless online casino and sportsbook experience. Level up your online entertainment with Kick.com, the vibrant live streaming platform, which connects millions of gamers and content creators worldwide. All alongside the innovative game design studio, Twist Gaming, which takes creativity to new heights by crafting cutting‑edge and captivating games. Our commitment to placing our clients and their communities' entertainment at the forefront of everything we do, has solidified us as the ultimate online service provider for entertainment companies. Headquartered in the beautiful city of Melbourne, our global growth has been remarkable. From humble beginnings to a thriving workforce of 600+, we've expanded not only in numbers but in ambition. There really is something for everyone here, whether you work in Tech, Marketing, Operations, Mathematics or Design, we are sure to have something for everyone. Click play, on your career today 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,) 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, or 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 believe that the best ideas come from different perspectives, so 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr