Legal Counsel (iGaming – iGambling)

Job title: Legal Counsel (iGaming – iGambling)

Company: Morgan McKinley


Job description: Our client, a family office with a broad range of investment in EMEA, is now seeking a seasoned legal counsel to advise on gaming regulations to support the iGaming (online gambling) business operation in EMEA.Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management and executives on gaming laws, rules, and regulations across multiple EMEA jurisdictions, identifying and mitigating regulatory risks.
• Design and implement comprehensive compliance frameworks to address legal requirements and keep abreast of regulatory developments in relevant jurisdictions.
• Lead the submissions to gaming regulatory authorities for acquiring new licenses and modifying existing ones, aligning organizational goals with compliance mandates.
• Provide legal advise on a broad spectrum of gaming-related issues, including intellectual property rights, anti-money laundering strategies, consumer protection regulations, and data privacy laws, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and professional service providers.

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor in Hong Kong or a common law jurisdiction with 6+ PQE in law firm or in-house.
• Sound knowledge of gaming regulations, licensing and compliance requirements.
• Experience in EMEA online gambling regulations and compliance work is a plus.
• Proficient in both English and Chinese.

Expected salary:

Location: Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Job date: Sun, 17 Aug 2025 02:57:21 GMT

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