Executive Legal Associate

Location: Europe We are toogeza, a Ukrainian recruiting company that is focused on hiring talents and building teams for tech startups worldwide. People make a difference in the big game, we may help to find the right ones. Currently, we are looking for an Executive Legal Associate for SBSB Fintech lawyers. About our client We are a legal consultancy specializing in high-risk industries: iGaming, Crypto, FinTech, and Brokerage. Our clients are international businesses that don't need just lawyers — they need trusted advisors capable of solving the most complex structural, licensing, and regulatory challenges across multiple jurisdictions. What you will do - Own full client lifecycle from start to finish, including complex international licensing projects - Design and implement sophisticated ownership structures, investment schemes, and tax arrangements - Architect multi-jurisdictional setups across intersecting legal frameworks - Prepare Legal Opinions, memoranda, and comprehensive corporate policies - Resolve deadlocked situations with foreign regulators, Tier-1 banks, and agents - Mentor and oversee Junior Lawyers and Paralegals within your project portfolio - Independently consult clients and convert engagements into cross-sales and new contracts What we are looking for - 3–5 years in international corporate and financial law: structuring, gambling/crypto licensing, M&A - A proven track record of complex licensing projects delivered personally to completion — not just supporting roles - Law degree - English B2+/C1: confident client calls, negotiations with foreign banks, agents, and regulators; fluent Ukrainian and Russian - Understanding of how legal decisions impact client profitability and company revenue; awareness of NPS and Retention metrics - High emotional intelligence and soft skills: ability to move from formal correspondence to genuine trusted-advisor relationships - Full operational autonomy: leadership engaged only at critical strategic inflection points — all tactical decisions are yours to own - Proven client-facing consulting experience Nice to have - Experience mentoring or managing a small team or assistants - Deep knowledge of incorporation and licensing in key jurisdictions: Curaçao, Anjouan, Malta, Nevis, Liberia, Kahnawake, TOBIC, Isle of Man (iGaming); Costa Rica, St. Lucia, Seychelles, Mauritius, Cyprus (Brokerage); plus crypto licensing across jurisdictions - Direct relationships with top registrars, Tier-1 banks, and government agents in key jurisdictions - 3+ years of hands-on consulting experience specifically - Understanding of iGaming or Brokerage regulatory frameworks Benefits: - VIP-level clients — and full ownership of their outcomes - Projects that don't exist in textbooks: non-standard jurisdictions, complex structures, real regulatory deadlocks - A team that operates without micromanagement — we value independent thinkers - The opportunity to build your own client base and professional reputation within the firm - Budget for courses and professional development you pick yourself - Free English classes twice a week - International conferences and industry events - on us - Team activities, medical insurance, and crisis support