M&A and Financial Services Lawyer

On behalf of our client, a world-class law firm, we are looking for a Mergers & Acquisitions and Financial Services Lawyer to be based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists clients to navigate the increasingly complex Cyprus and EU legal and regulatory framework governing the financial services sector
• Provides expert legal advice and assistance in all legal and regulatory matters in Cyprus rules and regulations on banking, investment services, collective investments and their managers, capital markets, electronic money, payment institutions, and crypto-assets business
• Liaises with financial services regulators as well as a wide spectrum of clients (including market-leading domestic, EU, and non-EU regulated entities, corporations, and high net worth individuals) on their business to, in, and/or from Cyprus
• Anticipates challenges clients are likely to face and act proactively
• Develops and supports business development activities and contributes to the growth
• Manages and mentors a team of lawyers and is responsible for their effective and productive day-to-day work, their training and professional development

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of PQE with a top-tier firm and/or financial regulator and/or regulated entity
• Detailed understanding of the financial services area
• Excellent command of Greek and English
• Time management and Reporting Skills
• Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Enthusiastic team player who enjoys contributing actively to the team
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Strong work ethics, positive attitude, and confidential approach

Benefits

• 13th salary 
• Discretionary bonus 
• Opportunities for personal development 
• High standard lunch buffet at a discounted price on a daily basis 

All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.