Job Description

R77 Elite Talent is proud to exclusively support our client, a fast-growing professional services firm based in Malta, in their search for an experienced Corporate & Commercial Lawyer to join their Legal and Compliance division.This role is ideal for a senior legal professional looking to take ownership of strategic legal functions across both internal operations and client-facing matters. Youll work closely with senior leadership, compliance officers, and external legal advisors on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and review internal company agreements, including NDAs, service contracts, and supplier/client engagements.
• Manage the drafting and vetting of client contracts, including shareholder agreements, financing agreements, and other commercial legal documents.
• Ensure legal documents are fully compliant with local and international regulations.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to clients and the internal leadership team.
• Advise on corporate governance, structuring, and re-structuring activities.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes, offering summaries and briefings to internal teams and clients.
• Deliver internal legal guidance, compliance checklists, and support new legal/regulatory frameworks (especially in corporate, AML, and tax).
• Conduct legal risk assessments on business transactions, company formations, and cross-border deals.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel on complex legal issues, litigation, and multi-jurisdictional advice.
• Oversee the legal accuracy of templates, policies, procedures, and regulatory filings.
• Contribute to the improvement of internal legal, corporate, and regulatory processes.

Requirements:

• Masters degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent), preferably from the University of Malta.
• Licensed to practise law in Malta (or in the process of obtaining such).
• At least 8 years experience in corporate and civil law, with proven exposure to commercial contracts.
• Prior experience or strong understanding of the gaming or technology sectors is a plus.
• Strong grasp of corporate governance, contract law, and compliance matters.
• Knowledge of data protection and intellectual property regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Confident working independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience leading legal teams or projects is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and legal research tools.

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Collaborative, innovative work culture.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Involvement in a variety of high-impact corporate and commercial matters.

If you're ready to take on a high-responsibility role within a dynamic organisation and meet the above criteria, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to R77 Elite Talent, your partner in exclusive legal career opportunities.

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