Corporate and Commercial Lawyer

AIMS International Malta is assisting our client operating within the financial services industry with finding a Corporate and Commercial Lawyer to join their legal department. 

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and advise on internal company contracts, NDAs, service agreements, and supplier/client engagements.
• Draft, review and vet client-related contracts including shareholder agreements, financing agreements, corporate, commercial contracts, and other legal agreements and documents.
• Ensure all legal documentation is compliant with applicable laws and best practices.
• Assist in structuring, re-structuring, and corporate governance projects for clients and internal group companies.
• Offer strategic legal guidance to both clients and company leadership
• Identify potential legal risks in business operations and implement solutions
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes in Malta and other relevant jurisdictions by means of legal research and regulatory tracking.
• Summarise key legal developments and updates, providing internal briefings and alerts as needed to internal teams and clients.
• Develop and deliver internal legal guidance, summaries, and compliance checklists.
• Support the implementation of new legal or regulatory frameworks, particularly in corporate, tax, and AML compliance where necessary.
• Provide legal analysis and risk assessments related to company formations, mergers, and cross-border transactions.
• Liaise with external legal advisors on complex legal issues, litigation matters, or jurisdiction-specific legal advice for both internal and client matters.
• Ensure the legal accuracy and completeness of templates, policies, procedures and filings.
• Assist with the preparation or reviewing of regulatory submissions, legal responses, and liaising with authorities where require from various internal departments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal, corporate, and regulatory processes.
• Provide general legal advice and support to management and other departments as required.
• Handle miscellaneous legal matters relevant to the firm’s activities and its clients’ operations.

Service lines:

• Private M&A.
• Joint Ventures.
• Asset purchases.
• Corporate Advisory.
• Corporate governance.
• Company restructuring.
• Advisory in relation to Companies Act.
• Intellectual Property.
• Commercial contracts of various industries.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent) obtained from the University of Malta.
• Law degree from a recognized institution; admission to practice law in Malta is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in corporate and civil law.
• Proven experience and knowledge of the Companies Act.
• Having good understanding in the gaming or technology sectors would be considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of contract law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with data protection regulations and intellectual property law.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Able to perform in demanding transactions.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing legal teams.