GRS are working with a reputable and well-established accounting and advisory organization who pride themselves on providing clients with premium quality professional services by addressing their exact business needs. Our client is looking to further expand their Nicosia team and are seeking a Corporate Lawyer. The successful candidate must have 3-5 years of legal experience in the corporate field. If you are an ambitious and highly committed individual looking for the next step in your career, please send us your CV today.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Handling the internal legal affairs of the Firm including but not limited to the provision of general legal advice in relation to any matter pertaining to the Firm, the Firm’s subsidiaries and the Firm’s shareholders, drafting legal documentation, reviewing legal documentation and conducting legal search;
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Handling of the day-to-day affairs of the corporate clients of the Firm, including but not limited to arranging for execution by external Directors and drafting minutes/resolutions and legal agreements upon request and provision of secretarial support to the corporate clients of the Firm in connection with their transactions;
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Participation in cross border mergers, local reorganisations, reduction of share capital projects, re-domiciliation of overseas companies to Cyprus and outbound re-domiciliation of companies;
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Submission of various forms to the Registrar of Companies in relation to change of directors/secretary, shareholder, change of name, conversion of capital, release of charge, creation of charge and/or mortgages, strike off;
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Legal assistance to the Insolvency Practitioner of the Firm in relation to members’ voluntary liquidation and creditors’ voluntary liquidation procedures;
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Liaison with government authorities, external domiciliary services providers and overseas registered agents for facilitation of the requests of the Firm’s clients and/or the Firm and external lawyers; and
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Updating the UBO Registry maintained by the Registrar of Companies and the Trust Registry (CyTBor) maintained by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission for the corporate clients, the Firm and the Firm’s subsidiaries.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable university (minimum with merit grade)
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3-5 years of proven experience in corporate law firm or as internal legal advisor in a service provider firm
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Excellent knowledge of Cyprus companies and partnership law, employment law, fiduciary and trust law
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Substantial understanding of applicable anti-money laundering and general protection of personal data legislation
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Hardworking and enthusiastic professional with career aspirations and interest in further development within our Firm
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Critical-thinker and problem-solver
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Strong interpersonal skills, motivation, professional discipline
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Excellent communication and team working skills
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Be able to work within tight deadlines and capable to deliver results of a high level
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Excellent command of Greek and English language, both verbal and written
COMPANY BENEFITS
Our client offers a competitive salary package including 13th salary, provident fund, medical insurance, flexible working hours, afternoon off every Friday throughout the year and training opportunities.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Nikoletta Constantinou,
nikoletta@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call
+357 25 342 720 for further information.