Corporate Lawyer

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join a leading, global professional services group. The group is operating from key international business hubs, including Cyprus, and delivering tailored solutions for a sophisticated global client base, spanning high-net-worth individuals, family offices and institutional clients.

The position offers the opportunity to get involved with diverse and intellectually challenging corporate matters, and a highly competitive remuneration package reflective of experience and responsibility.

Corporate Responsibilities:

• ⁠Managing the Clients’ Corporate related matters.

• Assisting in legal matters such as company incorporations, re-domiciliations, company liquidations and other corporate related matters.

• Preparing and submitting any corporate client related filings and updating the relevant registers (i.e. Change of Officers/Shareholders/UBO register/etc).

• Obtaining certificates from the Registrar of Companies.

• Preparing minutes for client companies.

• Maintaining legal files and records for client companies.

• ⁠Reviewing, drafting, revising and finalising any legal agreements and documentation

AML/ Compliance Responsibilities:

• Acting as the Company’s AML and Compliance Officer.

• ⁠Preparing and submitting Compliance and AML Reports to Board of Directors, Senior Management and regulatory bodies, including the Annual Compliance Officer’s Report.

• ⁠Develop, implement, and oversee the firm’s compliance policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements.

• ⁠Ensure the firm complies with AML/CFT, and sanctions regulations.

• ⁠Conduct KYC/CDD checks, perform risk assessments, and monitor transactions.

• ⁠Prepare reports and required documentation for submission to relevant authorities and regulators

• ⁠Prepare legal opinions related with AML/CFT, and sanctions regulations

• ⁠Overseeing AML/CFT training and ensuring appropriate staff awareness.

• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in the corporate sector.

• ⁠At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in AML/CFT and compliance within entities regulated under EU AML legislation.

• LLB (Bachelor of Laws) or equivalent.

• ⁠A recognised AML qualification such as the CySEC AML Certificate, or an equivalent qualification.

• ⁠Fluent knowledge of Greek and English, both written and oral. Additional languages will be considered an advantage.

• Excellent use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• ⁠Highly competitive and attractive remuneration package.

• Eligibility to a discretionary bonus scheme.

• ⁠Private Medical Insurance Plan.

• ⁠25 days of annual leave.

• Full coverage of costs for seminars and training required for license renewal.