Corporate Lawyer

Job description

We are recruiting for a career driven individual to join our clients Corporate and Commercial Law Department, based in Nicosia, for an established Law Partnership.

The successful candidate should have shown a preference in Corporate Law from his/her academic background as well as 2-3 years’ experience  in the Corporate Department of a Law Firm.
In addition, preference (but not pre-requisite) will be given for lawyers with CySec advanced certification, being able to advise on authorization and functioning of Funds (CIF’s, AIF’s, etc.).

Job Duties

• Management of the corporate team and ensuring full compliance with the department’s legal obligations.
• Drafting and reviewing corporate and commercial agreements.
• Handling complex corporate transactions, reorganisations and restructurings and banking and finance transactions.
• Knowledge of the Cyprus Regulatory and Financial Services Legal Framework.
• Knowledge of the Cyprus Tax Legal Framework.
• Liaising directly with clients and maintaining strong client relations;
• Providing high quality legal advice and handling of legal issues pertaining to the firm’s clients;
• Promoting the firm and taking part in business development initiatives;
• Liaising with leading international law firms;
• Attending meetings with clients, professional seminars and networking conferences in Cyprus and abroad.

Job Requirements

• Qualified Cyprus Lawyer.
• Possession of the Advanced CySEC Certificate will be considered an advantage.
• Minimum of six years’ experience in a corporate law environment.
• Leadership and Management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of Cyprus Companies Law and practical procedures;
• Experience in dealing with government authorities matters;
• Experience in dealing with Corporate litigation matters (Court applications, procedures, etc);
• Excellent knowledge of the English and Greek languages is essential;
• Exceptional organisations skills;
• Fast learner, Self-motivated and career-driven individual;

Job Benefits

Remuneration & Benefits

• Gross salary ranging between €35,000 - €40,000 (based on previous experience), including 13th salary
• Work hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30 – 1pm and 2.30 – 5.30. Friday 8.30 – 4.30pm (with a short lunch break).
• Costs for renewal of professional licenses.

Apply in the strictest of confidence. For enquiries call 22030260