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David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a financial services company that is seeking to onboard a Legal Counsel to join their team in Limassol, Cyprus. The successful candidate supports the organisation across legal matters, licensing, regulatory requirements and corporate documentation, reporting directly to the Legal & Compliance Manager.
Position: Legal Counsel - Financial Services
Location: Limassol, Cyprus.
Work model: On-site
Employment type: Full-time
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee legal matters across the organisation, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and internal policies
Liaise with external legal counsel and conduct legal research and analysis across multiple jurisdictions
Manage end-to-end licensing processes in various countries, including applications, renewals and ongoing legal requirements
Draft, review and negotiate contracts, local filings and corporate governance documentation
Maintain a centralised legal database covering contracts, licensing documents and external correspondence
Support the organisation with legal framework and requirements applicable to CIFs
Train and mentor junior legal staff and promote consistent legal standards and practices across the team
Identify legal issues, assess potential solutions and take appropriate action
Report directly to the Legal & Compliance Manager
REQUIREMENTS:
Around 5 years of relevant experience gained within a law firm and the legal department of an FX company
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Greek
Interest in financial markets and legal frameworks applicable to CIFs
Strong legal research, analytical and critical-thinking skills
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
Dynamic, professional and trustworthy approach with a strong work ethic
Willingness to learn quickly and develop within a competitive financial services environment
BENEFITS:
Medical insurance scheme
Provident fund
MadBenefits discount app
Free parking
In-house fitness room with classes
Modern office in a central Limassol location with convenient highway access
Friendly multinational working environment
Professional learning and development opportunities
Discretionary benefits including team-building events, weekly breakfast and team outings
Birthday leave and Wolt credit birthday gift
Access to wellness and therapy platform