Lawyer

Job Description Our client is seeking a commercially astute Lawyer to act as a trusted legal advisor to senior stakeholders, providing practical and strategic guidance across a wide range of legal, regulatory and compliance matters. The role will support the business in managing legal risk, ensuring legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions and enabling growth initiatives. There is a smaller component of responsibility for data protection related governance, but the primary emphasis is on core legal functions. Location : Hybrid – Mosta Responsibilities: As a Lawyer , your broad responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Legal Advisory & Commercial Support Provide expert legal advice to senior management on commercial, contractual, corporate and regulatory matters in multiple territories Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a broad range of commercial contracts including vendor, partner and client arrangements Support corporate governance activities and ensure regulatory compliance across business functions Advise on corporate transactions including expansions, partnerships, strategic initiatives and market entry projects Manage interactions with external legal counsel for disputes, litigation, regulatory investigations and cross-border matters Oversee legal aspects of corporate filings, compliance with company law and ongoing maintenance of governance records Contribute to risk management by identifying legal exposures and proposing mitigation strategies Compliance, Regulatory & Risk Management Support compliance with applicable laws and regulations affecting the business operations Interpret and provide guidance on regulatory developments and their implications for the organisation Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that legal and compliance considerations are embedded into business processes Requirements: Fully qualified lawyer with significant commercial legal experience Minimum 4 years’ post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal environment Strong commercial mindset and ability to provide pragmatic legal solutions Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts Excellent stakeholder communication and relationship building skills Ability to work independently and cross functionally with internal teams Strong organisational aptitude with attention to detail Fluency in English, with additional EU language an advantage Experience within regulated industries such as payments, fintech or technology is advantageous What’s in it for you? Our client offers an exciting, challenging role in a collaborative, dynamic environment. The right person will find many career growth opportunities in their company, whether you want to advance your technical skills or aspire to leadership in the future. Benefits: Private health insurance Support for study leave and ongoing learning opportunities Hybrid work setup, with certain days based in the office Relaxation areas on site, including indoor and outdoor spaces for exercise and downtime Company-organised activities to promote teamwork and social connection Access to advantageous loan conditions through a partnered financial institution Fully funded mental wellbeing sessions offered through a recognised local organisation