Legal Counsel

Our client who specializes in the Technology industry is looking for a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team.

The roles and responsibilities will include: 

• Drafting/Review of internal and external Company’s Policies for the compliance with legal requirements and reporting findings to management. 
• Advising the organisation on compliance and regulatory requirements affecting the business. Including in relation to Privacy; Competition law and Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policies; 
• Advising on appropriate intellectual property protection measures and on commercial, as well as legal, aspects of transactions 
• Negotiating with internal and counter party legal, commercial and procurement teams. 
• Managing disputes when they arise and providing dispute resolution advise, primarily but not limited to electronic communications matters; employment matters; infringement of IP; Data Protection matters and Consumer Affairs related issues. 
• Using or creating standard contract templates to prepare/agree other agreements (e.g. subcontracts, consultancy, agency and reseller agreements) 
• Research relevant legislation as required and monitor relevant legislation updates and legal notices. 
• Presentation of legal issues to management together with analysis, options and recommendations. 
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, EU Directives & Regulations, regulatory policies and decisions regarding electronic communications and other related areas. 
• Provide advice to all Company departments in relation to legal & regulatory affairs, review of all types of legal documents, and collate information from within the Company’s various departments in relation to legal matters. 
• Negotiate and represent the Company interests in litigation and with Government regulatory authorities and any other as necessary. 
• Prepare responses and position papers related to consultations, new legislation and Regulations. 
• Prepare periodic risk assessments and proactively ensure that Company is prepared for Regulatory challenges and risks. 
• Reporting to various Intra Company departments as required and providing regular and ongoing progress reports to senior management and EXCO as required. 
• Manage relationship with relevant stakeholders as required including cooperating with external legal counsel on crucial issues of the Company. 
• Point of Contact for day-to-day contractual reviews, negotiations and drafting including amongst others: 
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements/Confidentiality Agreements. 
  • Software licenses. 
  • Service Agreements. 
  • Service Terms and Conditions 
  • Data Processing Agreements. 
  •  Amendments to/extension of existing agreements.

• At least 2 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer or similar
• Fluency in written and spoken Maltese and English
• Proficient in MS-Office applications
• Experience in IT Law, Electronic Communications and Privacy Laws will be considered an asset
• Time-management, communication and writing skills as well as presentation skills are essential
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with different teams
• Excellent analytical skills with the capacity of identifying all risks

• Possess a Local Doctorate of Law or a Legal Degree with a Master’s;

• Health Insurance
• Telecommunications allowance