Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Manage the Company’s ongoing legal matters (local and international).
• Research on legal issues and provide legal support on business matters including corporate, commercial, employment matters.
• Advising on company law and support of corporate governance matters for the group of companies in different countries.
• To think strategically and tactically, make risk-benefit evaluations and develop action plans in relation to compliance and AML risks.
• Act as the liaison between the company and external law firm, coordinate law firms on the handling of licensing process and other legal matters.
• Prepare, review and negotiate legal documents relating to the company business and activities of the company.
• Prepare, review and negotiate applications, notifications and record updates.
• Draft, modify and implement the company's policies, procedures and handbooks, agreements and other documentation relating to the company business and activities of the company.
• Monitor, review and approve marketing communications material.
• Prepare routine correspondence and provide general administrative support, especially regarding the creation and revision of legal documents and spreadsheets.
• Provide detailed situation reports and updates on all matters being handled.
• Develop compliance and AML training material and support with ongoing compliance training to investment firm’s personnel.
• Research, identify and report on a wide variety of compliance related matters due to the introduction of new legislation or best practices.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Law Degree. Specialisation in Corporate, Commercial and/or Financial Services.
• 3+ years of experience in a legal role, ideally within the Financial Services sector.  
• CySEC and\or MIFID Advanced certification.
• Very good knowledge of the financial services sector, regulations and legislation.
• Any previous experience in assisting with the application and approval of a Forex operating license via CySEC will be considered a significant advantage.
• Ability to interpret and advise on the application of various laws and regulations.
• Able to multitask, work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Problem solving skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English and Russian is essential. 

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