General Counsel

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Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC), one of the most recognized brands in Connecticut, is looking for a dynamic, strategic and highly experienced General Counsel to serve as the organization's chief legal advisor. This is a pivotal leadership role at one of the most successful and trusted lotteries in the nation with the opportunity to influence policy, guide executive decision‑making and ensure the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Headquartered in Wallingford, we are a quasi‑public agency of the State of Connecticut, driven by a mission to provide responsible gaming entertainment while returning revenue to support vital state programs. With nearly 140 dedicated employees and more than 2,800 retail partners statewide, we generate over $1.7 billion in annual sales and proudly contributed $387 million to the state's General Fund last year.

Under the direction of the President and Chief Executive Officer, the General Counsel directs and oversees the legal affairs of the Corporation to manage legal compliance and risk and to advance the strategic initiatives of the Corporation. The General Counsel serves as chief legal officer and strategic advisor and as in‑house legal advisor on all legal issues associated with the operation of a quasi‑governmental lottery corporation, including oversight of procurement activities to ensure compliance with all applicable state laws and regulations and to protect the Corporation’s integrity, reputation, and public trust.

This position requires an on‑site presence.

• Provides counsel to the Corporation and executive leadership on all legal matters including, but not limited to, contract law, gaming, e‑commerce, compliance, employment, intellectual property, FOIA, tribal law, administrative law, ethics, and procurement law.
• Advises the Corporation in the formulation and legal implications of policies, procedures, regulations, and strategic initiatives; interprets pertinent laws and ensures compliance with all legal standards while balancing operational, reputational, and enterprise risk considerations.
• Directs and supervises the legal affairs of the Corporation and the work of in‑house legal staff; oversees compliance with the Corporation’s ethical requirements and promotes a culture of compliance, accountability, and transparency.
• Consults and coordinates legal matters with outside counsel as necessary and manages outside counsel performance, scope, and costs.
• Provides executive‑level oversight of the procurement team, ensuring all procurement activities comply with applicable state statutes, regulations, policies, and best practices and align with governance and risk‑management expectations applicable to a quasi‑public entity.
• Regularly participates in and provides legal guidance throughout the RFP/RFQ process, including development, review, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts.
• Reviews internal policies, practices, and procurement processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, tribal, and local laws; identifies and analyzes legal issues; presents clear recommendations; and assists in formulating and implementing business strategies, internal policies, and external communications to minimize legal exposure and support organizational objectives.
• Works closely with internal clients and provides legal support for all corporate initiatives as a collaborative business partner.
• Supervises the preparation of and/or drafts legal documents including contracts, procurement documents, board resolutions, governance materials, and correspondence.
• Researches and prepares legal opinions on corporate initiatives and activities.
• Provides legal guidance in regulatory matters; participates in the drafting and review of proposed legislation; assists management and staff with implementation of newly enacted legislation and regulatory…