Head of Legal

Join Soft2Bet as the Head of Legal, leading U.S. operations in a high-growth igaming environment. Drive legal strategy, manage compliance, and support business objectives in New Jersey. Soft2Bet is a platform provider delivering casino and sports betting brands. With a performance‑first approach, the company combines strong product execution, localization and trusted local partnerships to drive sustainable growth across competitive regions, supported by a rigorous compliance culture and a focus on customer experience.

• •Lead the U.S. legal function, partnering with the General Counsel and executive leadership on key strategic and operational decisions.
• •Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, MSAs, and IP licensing deals with sportsbook and technology partners.
• •Serve as the primary legal lead on HR-related matters, including employment agreements, non‑competes, internal policies, and NJ‑specific labor and payroll compliance.
• •Oversee legal aspects of New Jersey office leasing, facilities expansion, and related local land‑use or zoning requirements as the organization grows its physical footprint.
• •Lead strategic negotiations with external partners, technology providers, and government entities to secure favorable terms while mitigating long‑term legal and regulatory risk.
• •Oversee corporate governance for the U.S. entity, including resolutions, corporate filings, and internal policy frameworks to ensure ongoing good standing.
• •Lead all interactions with the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) and Casino Control Commission (CCC), overseeing submission and maintenance of all corporate and individual key employee licenses.
• •Develop and enforce a robust internal compliance framework aligned with “Casino Key Employee” standards and broader U.S. regulatory expectations.
• •Select, engage, and manage specialized external counsel for high‑complexity litigation, intellectual property, and other niche matters.

• •Bonuses: Discretionary, performance based
• •Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision + 401(k)
• •Time Off: Generous PTO policy
• •Perks: Partially subsidized in-office breakfasts and lunches
• •Culture: Collaborative, international team that celebrates milestones and wins together
• •Growth: Strong opportunities for professional development and ownership within a scaling organization.

• •J.D. from an accredited law school and an active U.S. bar license, with New Jersey bar admission or eligibility to register as in‑house counsel in NJ.
• •7–10+ years of post‑qualification legal experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within a startup or high‑growth technology or online services environment.
• •Demonstrated broad legal literacy across Employment Law, Commercial Contracts, and Real Estate, with a track record of owning matters end‑to‑end.
• •Proven experience navigating regulations in iGaming, sports betting, or a closely related regulated industry; familiarity with the Casino Control Act is a significant plus.
• •Strong negotiation skills with experience leading complex, multi‑party commercial and regulatory negotiations.
• •Ability to translate legal risk into clear, actionable guidance for non‑legal stakeholders and to prioritize pragmatically in a fast‑moving environment.
• •Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management skills, with experience partnering closely with C‑level leaders.
• •Proactive, organized, and execution‑focused mindset, comfortable building processes, policies, and documentation from the ground up.