GRS Recruitment is excited to introduce a fantastic opportunity for Russian Speaking Lawyer with our esteemed client, a wealth management company located in the vibrant city of Limassol. The ideal candidate must be able to carry out independently technical and also to fulfil other assignments under the supervision and as per the instructions of a senior lawyer/office head. This is a prime opportunity for a legal professional with a strong in-house background in wealth and fund management to join a dedicated team in a private company setting. If you are a highly motivated legal professional seeking a new challenge in Limassol, we encourage you to apply for this urgent position today and take the next step in your career.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLIES
- Managing the existing group projects – preparing legal documentation for various business operations and various jurisdictions
- Providing legal support in launching new projects / M&A – drafting, commenting and arranging the execution of agreements, contracts and other legal documents
- Tax and legal structuring, including international corporate tax structuring and personal tax planning; providing legal support in addressing the requests coming from tax authorities
- Providing legal support in restructuring of shareholding structure, as necessary (including analyzing tax implications, getting tax advice from third party providers)
- Preparing corporate documents to comply with statutory requirement (general meetings, board of directors, adoption of financial accounts, etc.), preparing employment contracts and other legal documents
- Migration and labor matters for office employees
- Liaising and instructing external legal counsels, corporate administrators, advisers, auditors, appraisers
- Managing and arranging KYC procedures with banks and other institutions in various jurisdictions by providing necessary documents, completing the application forms requested (including SRC/FATCA), etc.
- Sanctions analysis and guidance
- Providing legal support in liquidation of the companies that used to be holding companies for past projects: preparation of necessary legal documentation, restructuring of the company's assets and liabilities, liaising with in-house finance team and also with external administrators, legal counsels and liquidators
- Purchasing, managing and selling personal real estate and other properties
- Migration matters, including obtaining citizenships and residence permits in different jurisdictions
- Family trust and inheritance matters
- opening bank accounts and dealing with bank's requests and KYC/AML procedures to maintain existing bank relations
- addressing and managing other personal assignments
- arranging for bank financing and refinancing of existing credit facilities
- legal and organizational support to construction and renovation projects
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Qualified lawyer with relevant experience in an in-house legal role
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Fluency in Russian and English is essential
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Strong understanding of wealth management and fund management legal frameworks as well as the experience in working with companies linked to CIS and Eastern Europe countries
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
COMPANY BENEFITS
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Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression
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Supportive work environment in a private company
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Flexible working arrangements
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Comprehensive health insurance
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
Kristina Razorenova, kristina@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 730 for further information.