GRS Recruitment is working in partnership with a global brand based in central Limassol who are searching for a Contracts Manager & Legal Counsel to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the seamless integration of legal and operational functions within the company. The dual nature of the position will encompass both business development and operational aspects and will involve direct collaboration with all departments within the organization. If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, please reach out to Hayley Buckle at GRS Recruitment today.
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Conduct thorough timely due diligence on potential clients, sub-contractors, projects, and opportunities.
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Review and/or draft agreements, including but not limited to Non-Disclosure Agreements and Services Agreements, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, laws, and regulations of the relevant operating country.
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Provide recommendations and draft documents for amendments or revisions to contracts and legal documents to protect the company's interests.
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Assess liabilities and risks associated with potential contracts and provide recommendations for safeguarding company interests.
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Support with the legal and contract management, engage in negotiations with clients, vendors, and other parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements, while maintaining positive and professional relationships with external associates.
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Assist in the submission of PQQ, EOI, and tender, ensuring contractual liability and protection measures are in place.
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Review and facilitate the contract signing process, ensuring legal compliance and adherence to agreed terms.
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Serve as counsel to the Project Manager, the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and if required to the Board of Directors, on strategic deals legal aspect and work closely with them to convert the contracts into deliverables.
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Provide day-to-day legal advice and coordinate with the team members to ensure that everybody is aligned on project objectives and requirements.
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Monitor contract compliance, including deliverables and timelines.
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Provide timely reminders to team members for tasks related to each project's lifecycle.
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Offer guidance and assistance to the team members and senior executives to enhance project performance and efficiency.
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Draft and prepare legal correspondence, letters, and other documents, as required.
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Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all legal documents, correspondence, and agreements.
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Provide advice and assistance on HR disputes, ensuring adherence to legal protocols and company’s policies.
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Resolve general disputes, seeking support from the Group's legal counsel when necessary.
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Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
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Provide legal expertise and guidance to support business development initiatives and operational efficiency.
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Oversee contract management processes to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and mitigate risks.
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Act as a liaison between legal, operational, and project management teams to facilitate smooth project execution.
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Collaborate with all team members to identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.
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Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment within the team.
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Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited institution.
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Master's degree in a related field will be considered an advantage.
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Previous years of relevant experience in related positions, advising executive management and senior leaders on legal, compliance and corporate matters.
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Extensive negotiating, management, contracting experience.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
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Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
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Fluent in English.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Monday.com) is required.
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Must have the flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.
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Approximate travel requirement 10-20% at the start to understand the business.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.