Corporate & Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel

1 week ago

Gżira, Central Region, Malta R77 PeopleCloud Full-time
Gżira, Malta Corporate & Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel

Job Description
R77 Global is seeking a commercially minded lawyer for a Malta-based professional services firm serving local and international clients. The firm provides corporate, accounting, legal, tax and HR services. This is an opportunity to advise on a varied range of corporate and commercial matters while working closely with colleagues across legal, tax, corporate services and HR. The role You Will
• Advise clients on Maltese corporate and commercial law, corporate structures, governance and related regulatory matters.
• Manage company formations, corporate changes, restructurings, liquidations and dissolutions.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, transaction documents and corporate documentation.
• Prepare legal opinions and clear written advice on complex matters.
• Advise on Maltese tax considerations arising from corporate structures and transactions, working with tax colleagues where appropriate.
• Liaise with authorities, registries, notaries and external professional advisers.
• Support clients on employment law and related HR matters, AML/KYC, GDPR and other compliance requirements.
• Monitor relevant legal, regulatory and tax developments and advise clients and colleagues on their practical impact.
• Handle client matters with care, sound judgement and appropriate confidentiality.

What you'll need
• A degree in Law.
• A valid Maltese Advocate's Warrant to practise law in Malta. This is a mandatory requirement.
• At least three years' hands-on experience advising on Maltese corporate and commercial law, including company formations, corporate governance and related procedures.
• Strong legal drafting skills in English. Fluency in Maltese is strongly preferred.
• Current residence in Malta and availability to work on-site.
• Eligibility to work in Malta.
• A professional, detail-oriented approach and a strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards. Experience that would be an advantage
• Knowledge or experience in Maltese taxation or international tax.
• Experience with AML/KYC, GDPR, immigration or employment law.
• Experience with restructurings, liquidations or dissolutions.
• Background in corporate services or advising an international client base. What's on offer
• A professional, multidisciplinary working environment.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of local and international clients.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• A competitive remuneration package based on experience. To express your interest, apply through R77 Global. Required Skills Express Eligibility HR Support Development Structures Compliance Tax Confidentiality Availability Accounting Documentation English Apply for this job Or refer someone