Regulatory Counsel

VGW; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for learning and career advancement

Job summary

An interactive entertainment company is seeking a Regulatory Counsel to provide expert legal advice on gaming laws and regulations. You will advise on compliance, manage legal risks, and support the leadership team in navigating complex regulatory matters. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in a regulated industry and an active bar membership. This role involves working independently across various jurisdictions while collaborating in a team environment. Join a company that values creativity and flexible work culture.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory risks in gaming.
• Ability to advise leadership on complex legal issues.
• Experience drafting regulatory compliance guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on gaming regulations across jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying and ethics laws.
• Draft and maintain internal legal guidelines.

Skills

Legal advice on US gaming laws

Government affairs advisory

Risk management

Excellent communication

Education

Active bar membership

8+ years experience in regulated industry

Job description

Regulatory Counsel

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Legal team in the USA and are currently looking for a Regulatory Counsel to join the team.

In this role you will advise the business on gaming and government affairs regulation, providing strategic guidance to ensure compliance and manage legal risks.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert legal advice on US gaming laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advising on government affairs activities, ensuring full compliance with lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance laws.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing clear, practical guidance on complex regulatory and legal affairs matters.
• Drafting and maintaining internal legal guidelines related to regulatory compliance.

What you will bring to the role:

• At least 8+ years post‑qualification experience at a top‑tier law firm or in‑house, within gaming or other highly regulated industry.
• An active bar membership.
• Significant experience advising government affairs teams and working with U.S. regulators on licensing and enforcement processes.
• Strong risk management skills and high commercial acumen to understand business drivers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and simplify complex legal concepts.
• The ability to work independently across different jurisdictions and time zones while collaborating effectively in cross‑functional teams

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world‑class, free‑to‑play online social games.

Our high‑quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

We pioneered online ‘Social Plus’ games – a freemium model whereby games are available to play at no cost, but include optional in‑game purchases to enhance gameplay along with sweepstakes promotions, where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real‑world prizes.

The added ‘Plus’ is that at VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in‑person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things.

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Find out more at www.vgw.co

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