Corporate Lawyer / Legal Counsel (Юрист по международному корпоративному праву) (удаленная работа)

Вакансия: Corporate Lawyer / Legal Counsel (Юрист по международному корпоративному праву)

Описание вакансии

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support for the investment activities of companies incorporated in Cyprus and the UAE .

In this role you will support transactions involving shares and other securities, liaise with international banks, brokers and corporate service providers, and ensure compliance with KYC, AML and local regulatory requirements .

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide end-to-end legal support for opening accounts for a Cyprus-based company with international brokers and foreign banks;

• Prepare and review documentation required for KYC, AML and compliance procedures;

• Support the acquisition and disposal of shares and other securities;

• Draft and review agreements and other legal documents related to investment transactions;

• Review and negotiate brokerage, custody and depositary agreements, including arrangements involving fiat and digital assets;

• Prepare corporate approvals, Board of Directors resolutions and General Meeting of Shareholders resolutions;

• Liaise with corporate secretaries, registrars, legal advisers and local agents in the jurisdictions where the companies are incorporated;

• Structure the repatriation of investment income and capital to the Cyprus-based company;

• Provide legal support for the subsequent distribution of funds, including dividends and loans;

• Ensure that corporate and investment activities comply with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

• University degree in Law;

• At least three years of experience in international corporate law environment;

• Hands-on experience supporting companies incorporated in Cyprus is essential;

• Strong understanding of corporate governance and corporate approval procedures;

• Experience working with foreign banks, brokers and professional advisers;

• Good knowledge of KYC, AML and compliance procedures;

• Proficiency in English sufficient for drafting and reviewing legal documents, negotiating contractual terms and communicating with international counterparties;

• Ability to manage matters independently, assess legal risks and offer practical, business-oriented solutions.

The following would be an advantage:

• Experience supporting transactions involving shares and other securities;

• Knowledge of brokerage, custody and depositary arrangements;

• Experience providing legal support for digital asset transactions;

• Previous experience with an investment company, holding company or Family Office;

• Experience working with companies incorporated in the UAE.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work with international companies and investment projects;

• A role with a high level of autonomy and direct involvement in structuring significant transactions;

• Full-time employment;

• Remote or hybrid working arrangements;

• A professional environment with direct access to management, external advisers and international counterparties.

If you have practical experience working with Cyprus-based companies and are confident in supporting international investment transactions from account opening through to profit distribution we would be pleased to hear from you.