Hybrid Legal Counsel

at SISU GROUP

• Job title: Legal Counsel
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Tallinn, Estonia

About the role

• Legal Counsel at Sisu Group supporting management on legal and compliance areas in a fast-growing iGaming startup. Collaborating with industry experts on regulatory laws, corporate matters, and IP.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management of various local and international license processes.
• Reviewing and drafting of policies and procedures in various fields.
• Managing interactions with external counsels.
• Negotiating and handling contracts with business partners.
• Drafting corporate and shareholder documents.
• Providing support to the People team on employment matters which could also have a cross-border element.
• Assisting in IP matters.
• Work closely with MLRO on compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.
• Lead due diligence processes with service providers.
• Contribute to adherence with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.
• Contributing to the development of effective legal and compliance processes.
• Help develop, improve and maintain internal processes and procedures.
• Supporting tax-related matters as needed.
• Providing overall legal support to other teams as needed.

Requirements

• Mastery of English: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Legal Expertise: A law degree to provide a strong foundation in the field.
• Document drafting: A good inclination for drafting precise legal documents.
• Out-of-the-Box Thinking: A penchant for thinking beyond the ordinary.
• Process Improvement: A dedication to enhancing efficiency through continuous learning.
• Ownership Mentality: A willingness to take charge and drive initiatives.
• Independent Collaboration: The ability to work independently while first and foremost being a collaborative team player.
• Extra plus: Estonian Law Proficiency: Training/competence in Estonian law.
• Diverse Legal Experience: Previous experience as an in-house legal professional, compliance specialist, or involvement with various legal domains simultaneously, either within a law firm or consultancy firm.
• Balancing Act: Mastering the delicate balance between efficiency and quality.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries with stock options
• Generous paid time off