Job Description

BettingJobs are working with a well-established iGaming operator in South Africa with multiple brands running on their custom-built platform. The company's main HQ are based in Johannesburg, with additional offices in Cape Town and Malta. They are looking for a Compliance & Legal Specialist to join their team.
Responsibilities:

• Support oversight of regulatory obligations and monitoring plans.
• Assist in identifying compliance requirements and implementing controls, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Monitor, interpret, and update stakeholders on gaming laws and regulations across jurisdictions (e.g., MGA, SGA, UKGC).
• Draft, review, and finalise license applications, renewals, and regulatory reports.
• Communicate legislative changes and support compliance solutions.
• Lead or support investigations into breaches, implement corrective actions, and apply audit recommendations.
• Identify compliance risks, propose mitigations, and contribute to compliance audits.
• Review and monitor marketing and affiliate activities, including agreements, training, and investigations.
• Support training, workshops, and information sessions to foster a compliance culture.
• Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, ensuring compliance supports customer experience.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in law, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3+ years' compliance experience in the gaming industry within a regulated jurisdiction.
• Experience with MGA and UKGC regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to design and implement compliance programs.
• Experience in marketing and affiliate compliance.
• Strong skills in risk assessment, mitigation, and regulatory reporting.
• Broad knowledge of applicable laws, fraud prevention, and AML measures.
• Experience in project management and customer intelligence.

Skills Required