One of the fastest growing professional service firms in Cyprus offering independent, international tax advisory and corporate services, are working with GRS to recruit a Head of Legal Services for their Nicosia office. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience working in Corporate Law with both a strong legal mind and a commercial attitude. This Head of Legal Services position would be a great career move, leading a premier service provider who have one of the strongest technical teams on the island. If you have the necessary skills and experience then we look forward to receiving your CV for this Nicosia based, Head of Legal Services role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Take over the overall management of two established corporate teams consisting of qualified lawyers, UK qualified accountants, experienced corporate services administrators, and support staff. The two corporate teams combined handle the ongoing management of a portfolio of approximately 300 Cyprus entities.
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Take lead with handling of legal issues pertaining to the Group’s portfolio of clients.
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Liaise with leading international law firms who regularly engage us for legal, tax, and corporate structuring matters.
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Handle client meetings, in Cyprus and abroad.
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Take the lead in legal engagements such as EU cross border mergers, drafting of shareholder agreements, Cyprus International Trust related work etc.
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Participate within the investor immigration initiative of the Group.
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Take a leading and active role in the Marketing initiative of the Group, including attending marketing meetings and campaigns abroad.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Qualified Cyprus lawyer.
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Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role, with sufficient exposure in all areas mentioned above (knowledge of Cyprus tax will be considered a strong advantage).
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Experience with Cyprus IBCs is essential.
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Strong track record managing legal and non-legal staff.
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Excellent practical knowledge of Cyprus Companies Law.
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Experience dealing with Registrar of Companies matters.
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Excellent knowledge of the English and Greek languages is essential.
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Fast learner motivated to expand their knowledge.
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Exceptional organisations skills.
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Self-motivated and career driven.
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
Ross Pitman, ross@grsrecruitment.comquoting the above job reference or call
+357 25 342 720 for further information.
