GRS Recruitment is proud to be working with a rapidly expanding and forward-thinking brand in the financial services sector, currently seeking a highly motivated Legal and Compliance Officer to join their Limassol-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual with a legal background and a keen interest in compliance, regulatory frameworks, and financial markets. Whether you are an experienced junior professional or a standout graduate with strong academics, this role offers the chance to develop your skills within a fast-paced, international environment.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Support the Head of Legal and Compliance and the wider global compliance team on legal, regulatory, and governance matters affecting the group’s investment firms.
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Assist in regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and other legal proceedings.
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Collaborate with business units, senior management, and various departments to deliver legal and compliance input across ongoing projects.
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Monitor changes in relevant legislation and assess their impact on business operations.
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Help implement and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and internal training initiatives.
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Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documentation.
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Oversee key AML/Compliance tasks, including transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SARs), and client due diligence (CDD/KYC).
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Take responsibility for the Compliance and AML function within the company’s Cyprus entity regulated by CySEC.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Law degree with 1–2 years of legal or financial services experience.
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Recent graduates with strong academic performance in Law, Economics, Finance, or Business will also be considered.
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Holding a CySEC Advanced Certificate and/or AML Certificate is highly advantageous.
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Solid knowledge of EU/UK financial regulation, including MiFID II, and AML frameworks.
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Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to legal and regulatory matters.
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Strong communication, legal drafting, and research skills.
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Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, or French) is a plus.
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Energetic, self-motivated, and eager to grow in a collaborative and fast-moving environment.
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Team-oriented with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
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
Hayley Buckle, hayley@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call 25342724 for further information.