Senior Compliance Counsel
About The Position
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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 escalate issues to the Chief Legal Officer, as appropriate.
- Ensure timely submission of regulatory filings, reports, and disclosures across all licensed jurisdictions.
- 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.
- Oversee our responsible gaming initiatives and ensure compliance with problem gambling regulations and self-exclusion programs as applicable to charitable gaming.
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
