Senior Compliance Counsel

Socket.dev; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary and annual incentive

Equity participation

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Arrow International seeks a Senior Compliance Counsel to oversee charitable gaming regulatory and compliance activities from our Cleveland, Ohio headquarters. The role requires a licensed attorney with gaming law experience, managing a team and coordinating with regulators across markets.

Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive compliance program, monitoring regulatory developments, and providing legal guidance on new products and market expansions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction is required, with ability to license in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive charitable gaming compliance program across jurisdictions.
• Oversee regulatory monitoring, filings, and liaison with regulators.
• Oversee responsible gaming initiatives and self-exclusion programs as applicable.
• Lead and develop a team of compliance professionals and collaborate with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

AI tools

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Active U.S. bar membership

Tools

Regulatory affairs software

Legal research databases

Job description

Description

Join the Fun at Arrow International!

Arrow International is the world’s #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and gaming venues around the globe and we’re growing fast!

We're building a winning culture that’s all about teamwork, passion, and innovation. At Arrow, you’re not just another employee, you’re part of a high-performing team that’s redefining fun and giving back to communities. We believe in rewarding your hard work with profit-sharing, 401(k) matching, great benefits, and paid time off including a bonus week every July!

If you're looking for a career that’s exciting, meaningful, and full of opportunity, Arrow is the place to be.

Position Summary

The Senior Compliance Counsel would report to the CLO and be responsible for overseeing the company’s charitable gaming regulatory and compliance activities. This position requires a licensed attorney with gaming law and compliance experience who is willing to be based out of our Cleveland, Ohio headquarters. The Senior Compliance Counsel will serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and charitable gaming regulators, manage a team of compliance professionals, and ensure that the organization operates in full accordance with applicable charitable gaming laws and regulations across all markets.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Compliance

• Design, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive charitable gaming compliance program for the company, encompassing all technical and operational requirements for our products and services at the manufacturer and distributor level.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with applicable charitable gaming statutes and regulations.
• Oversee compliance monitoring, auditing, and reporting functions, and upscale issues to the Chief Legal Officer, as appropriate.
• Ensure timely submission of regulatory filings, reports, and disclosures across all licensed jurisdictions.

Regulatory Affairs

• Monitor regulatory developments, legislative changes, and emerging trends affecting charitable gaming, and assess the impact of these on operations and advise accordingly.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with state and local charitable gaming authorities.
• Provide legal advice on charitable gaming regulatory matters, including compliance, technical and operational requirements, promotions, responsible gaming, and enforcement actions.
• Advise on the legal implications of new products, game launches, market expansions, and business initiatives.
• Represent the company before charitable gaming regulators and in administrative proceedings.
• Interpret and apply state charitable gaming statutes, regulations, and guidance to day-to-day operations.

Responsible Gaming

• Oversee our responsible gaming initiatives and ensure compliance with problem gambling regulations and self-exclusion programs as applicable to charitable gaming.

Team Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Supervise, lead, mentor, and develop a team of compliance professionals.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, technology, marketing, and government affairs on compliance-integrated business strategies.
• Oversee and ensure compliance training and awareness programs are provided for staff at all levels.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required, with the ability to become licensed in Ohio.

Experience

• 10+ years of legal and/or compliance experience focused on gaming or another highly regulated industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing gaming compliance in multiple jurisdictions and experience with drafting compliance policies and procedures.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency in compliance management systems and AI tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive executive compensation including base salary, annual incentive bonus, and equity participation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and generous PTO.
• Opportunity to shape compliance strategy at a growing, mission-driven charitable gaming organization.
• Collaborative, high-performance culture with clear pathways for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Arrow International, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger, more innovative, and better positioned to serve our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Arrow International is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, results of genetic testing, veteran status, or physical or mental disability—except where such disability prevents performance of essential job functions and cannot be reasonably accommodated in accordance with applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Arrow International is committed to complying with the spirit and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in the interview process, undergo any pre-employment testing, or otherwise take part in the employee selection process, please contact us at [e-mail].

To ensure a safe and productive work environment, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must successfully pass a confidential pre-employment drug screening, which generally consists of a hair drug test, and receive an acceptable result as a condition of employment.

Arrow International does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Resumes submitted without an approved vendor agreement will become the property of Arrow International, and no fees will be paid if the candidate is hired.

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