Senior Regulatory Attorney bei North Carolina State Lottery Commission

Senior Regulatory Attorney - Raleigh [30002502]

As Senior Regulatory Counsel, you’ll provide expert legal guidance to support the Commission’s licensing and regulation of state-sanctioned gaming enterprises, including sports wagering and pari-mutuel wagering. Your work will be instrumental in upholding compliance with laws and Commission rules, mitigating legal risk, and driving forward the agency’s regulatory mission.

Embedded within the Regulated Gaming Division and maintaining a strategic “dotted line” relationship with the Chief Legal Officer, you’ll operate both independently and as a trusted legal partner across teams. This is a high-impact position for a seasoned attorney who thrives in a fast-evolving regulatory landscape and is passionate about shaping the future of lawful gaming in North Carolina.

To learn more about the Commission’s regulatory responsibilities, visit our website ncgaming.gov.

Veterans that meet the qualifications of this role are strongly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities: 

• Advise on regulatory responsibilities, statutory implementation, licensing, licensee conduct, compliance reviews, investigations, enforcement, audits, and consumer disputes.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on gaming laws, rulings, and regulatory issues.
• Review license applications for sufficiency, suitability, and compliance with law and Commission rules.
• Provide legal review of compliance cases, investigations, and audits; evaluate evidence and recommend action.
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements; prepare notices of hearing; prosecute administrative violations of the State Lottery Act and Commission rules before hearing officers, the Regulated Gaming Committee, and the Commission; coordinate with Department of Justice counsel as needed.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate rulemaking processes in a manner consistent with Commission policy. 
• Research, draft, and formalize rule proposals for Commission review and action; assist with reviewing public comments.
• Advise Commissioners and leadership on legal and policy implications of rules and proposed rules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional agency teams on special legal projects designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws; mitigate legal risks; and ensure that the agency remains well-positioned within fast-changing lottery and gaming industries. 
• Provide periodic reports to the Chief Legal Officer and Legal Department regarding emergent and on-going regulatory legal matters.
• Draft and negotiate major vendor contracts and agreements with other state agencies.
• Conduct legal research to analyze issues concerning lottery games and authorized wagering; provide clear and concise work product and explanations to support timely resolution of questions and matters. 
• Evaluate and fulfill public records requests.
• Monitor legislation, assist with corporate governance compliance, and support litigation management.
• Provide legal support to lottery operations, as assigned. 

 Requirements: 

• 7-10 years of legal experience, preferably with a regulatory agency, licensing board, law firm or in-house role; gaming industry experience is a plus, but not a prerequisite.
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategy and objectives. 
• Strong knowledge of administrative law, regulatory processes, and state/federal statutes.
• Proven ability to anticipate and address legal and regulatory risks.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, writing, and communication skills; ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively.
• Experience with the intersection of technology and law, including privacy and cybersecurity, is preferred.
• Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and professionalism. 
• Ability to work independently, complete all tasks timely and accurately, and prioritize and manage multiple assignments.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across all organizational levels. 

 Certifications and Licenses:

• Juris-Doctor Degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in the State of North Carolina, or if licensed in another state, eligible to obtain licensure via comity from the NC State Bar within one (1) year of hire.
• Valid Driver's License is preferred.

Hiring Range: $109,490 - $140,000 (depending on experience)

North Carolina residency required; this position may be eligible for partial telework.

Closing Date:  October 12, 2025   

About the North Carolina State Lottery Commission

The North Carolina State Lottery Commission is an independent, self-supporting, and revenue-generating agency of the State of North Carolina. It is governed by Chapter 18C of the North Carolina General Statutes. The Commission’s Regulated Gaming Division responsibly regulates sports wagering and pari-mutuel horse race wagering and protects players through responsible gaming efforts. Revenue generated from sports wagering is taxed and proceeds are distributed to help gambling addiction education and treatment, youth sports, college sports, and to help bring major sporting events to the state. Since launching sports wagering in March 2024, the state has received more than $166 million in tax proceeds from sports wagering revenue.

We raise money for a great cause by operating the state lottery! All of the earnings of the North Carolina Education Lottery go to education. We award nearly $10 million a day in prizes. To learn more, visit our website nclottery.com. 

At the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, we deal with winners everyday: our employees! We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexible schedules, professional development opportunities, casual attire, open communication, and a fun work environment. 

All employees of the Lottery Commission are expected to support the organization values (honesty, respect, integrity, and trust) and its commitment to corporate social responsibility (including responsible gaming, environmental awareness, community involvement, etc.).

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