Senior Corporate Lawyer - iGaming Licensing (Remote SA)

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a seasoned legal professional in South Africa to ensure compliance for client operations in the betting sector. The ideal candidate will be an admitted attorney with over 8 years of experience in corporate law, specifically within regulated environments like fintech or betting. Responsibilities include managing licenses, drafting commercial contracts, and overseeing compliance with the National Gambling Act. Fluency in English is mandatory, with additional languages preferred. This position offers a full-time remote work opportunity.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate/commercial experience in regulated sectors like betting or fintech.
• In-depth understanding of local gambling regulations and exchange control rules.
• Fluency in English; Afrikaans or another local language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CIPC records, B-BBEE certificates, and compliance registers.
• Manage licensing applications and renewals with relevant boards.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts including affiliate agreements.
• Guide finance on SARB approvals for transactions.
• Conduct legal due diligence for M&A activities.
• Oversee disputes with vendors, players, and regulatory authorities.
• Implement governance training for local leadership.

Skills

Fluent English

Knowledge of National Gambling Act

Expertise in compliance

Strong negotiation skills

Education

Admitted attorney

Job description

A leading recruitment agency seeks a seasoned legal professional in South Africa to ensure compliance for client operations in the betting sector. The ideal candidate will be an admitted attorney with over 8 years of experience in corporate law, specifically within regulated environments like fintech or betting. Responsibilities include managing licenses, drafting commercial contracts, and overseeing compliance with the National Gambling Act. Fluency in English is mandatory, with additional languages preferred. This position offers a full-time remote work opportunity.