A market leader in global financial services and next-generation multi-channel trading software systems is working with GRS Recruitment to recruit a Legal Advisor to join their rapidly expanding Nicosia operation. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience, ideally a combination of 2 years in a law firm and 2 years in financial services, Forex, or corporate advisory within regulated entities. Experience with licensing applications in the financial sector will be considered a strong advantage. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, this Nicosia-based Legal Advisor position is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values its people and provides scope to grow your career to new heights.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provide day-to-day legal support across the company, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and corporate agreements, such as Payment Solution Agreements, Technology Services Agreements, IOs, License Agreements, and Marketing Service Agreements.
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Offer strategic legal advice to senior management and key stakeholders on a wide range of legal matters.
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Conduct research on legal cases as requested and provide insights to the Head of Legal.
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Collaborate with independent external law offices to ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal support.
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Support the continuous improvement of standard agreements and legal processes.
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Generate reports, coordinate responses, and compile documentation requested by internal departments or external professionals (e.g., auditors, banks, external counsels).
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Ensure organisational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
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Support the legal team and contribute to the overall development of the department.
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Undertake additional tasks as assigned by management.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Bachelor’s degree in Law, preferably from a common law jurisdiction.
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Master of Laws (LLM) or Legal Practice Course (LPC) is an advantage.
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Admission to the Cyprus Bar Association.
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Minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience as a commercial lawyer in a law firm and/or in-house legal advisor.
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Experience in data protection compliance within banking or financial services is desirable.
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Experience with regulated firms and/or FX/CFDs industry is a plus.
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Fluency in English, with excellent drafting, communication, and presentation skills.
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Strong knowledge of personal data protection legal and regulatory frameworks.
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Analytical, resourceful, and able to solve complex problems.
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Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
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Dynamic, flexible, with strong attention to detail and professional integrity.
COMPANY BENEFITS
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Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and skills.
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Discretionary annual bonus.
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Hybrid working model.
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Medical insurance coverage.
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Provident plan scheme.
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Training and development opportunities.
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Friendly and collaborative working environment.
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.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 736 for further information.