Description:
As a result of growth and the proposed expansion plans, Gauci-Maistre Xynou are looking for a Senior Associate to join our team of advocates in Malta. The successful applicant will join the corporate and commercial law department of the firm.
Responsibilities:
• Drafting / preparation of corporate documentation such as M&As, resolutions, MFSA forms, minutes of board meetings, etc.
• Drafting, revising, negotiating and concluding agreements
• Reviewing agreements, forms or any other legal documentation
• Providing legal advice and legal opinions
• Assist with all corporate ventures such as incorporation, mergers, acquisitions, share transfers, corporate due diligence, licensing, etc.
• Liaising directly with the Maltese Registrar of Companies, and other national and international governmental authorities
• Ensuring the legality of business practices
• Assist with reporting requirements to local and overseas regulatory authorities, including those regulating anti-money laundering procedures
• Ad hoc compliance and legal projects / duties as may be required from time to time
• Provide training both in-house and to third parties in related sectors
• Undertaking any ad hoc projects, if required
Must Have:
• University degree in law (LL.B / LL.D)
• A Master’s degree (LL.M) will be considered advantageous
• A good knowledge of AML and PMLFT regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, whilst other languages will be considered advantageous
• IT literate, with experience of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management and other major software applications
• Ability to deal with a multi-cultural work environment and client base
• Keen to develop his / her experience through training, qualification and continuing professional development
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure
• A minimum of 5 years of corporate law experience
Good to Have:
• Court experience will be considered advantageous