Legal Counsel, Compliance and Digital Regulations

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG, UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. We are passionate about the culture we foster that ultimately helps to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events and holistic ecosystems staged for our millions of players, fans and heroes.

Everything we do, from global esports tournaments and community-driven leagues to next-generation platforms and live events, is rooted in our passion, craftsmanship, and culture. With millions of players and fans around the world, we aim to shape the future of esports and gaming by building ecosystems that are inclusive, innovative, and enduring. 

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Counsel to join our legal team. Reporting directly to the VP Privacy, Digital Regulations, Risk & Compliance, you will play a crucial part in managing compliance-related legal matters and executing digital regulation requirements within a remote, dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will balance compliance obligations with business needs while helping navigate an evolving global legal landscape.  

Responsibilities

As Legal Counsel, you will be instrumental in supporting our legal operations. These include: 

• Compliance Management: Oversee and execute compliance-related legal work, focusing on anti-money laundering (AML) protocols and sanctions checks;
• Digital Regulations: Implement digital regulation requirements (including Digital Services Act (DSA) and the UK Online Safety Act), including content reporting processes, online content moderation guidelines, and children's safety frameworks;
• Privacy: Support on privacy governance and projects (e.g. privacy gap analysis, audit support, vendor due diligence, privacy-by-design-and-default);
• Legal Research & Policy: Conduct legal research and analysis on emerging digital regulations and guidance. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating legal agreements, policies, and procedures;
• Cross-Functional Strategy: Team up with cross-functional stakeholders to improve internal processes by balancing complex regulatory compliance requirements with operational business needs;
• Insurances: Manage the company’s insurance portfolio and respond to day-to-day queries around insurance coverage and insurance language in commercial agreements;
• Training & Advisory: Prepare training materials and deliver presentations on compliance best practices and emerging legal obligations.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Law;
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on compliance, emerging digital laws, or data protection;
• Strong understanding of global digital regulations and compliance frameworks (e.g., UK/EU GDPR, DSA, Online Safety Act);
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills, and excellent skills in legal research, interviewing, writing, creative thinking and communication, building cross-functional relationships;
• Certifications: Professional compliance or privacy certifications (e.g., ACAMS, CIPP/E) are a plus.

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.