Senior Associate, Legal

• Role based in Malta
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in corporate law required
• Great company benefits offered

Our client specializes in establishing and managing Maltese legal entities, holding a prominent position in the marine and aviation sectors. With a formidable team of professionals spread across over 50 jurisdictions, they offer unparalleled expertise and resources to assist clients in navigating the complexities of global business operations.

The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in advising both the company and its clients on legal and commercial transactions. This includes the drafting, reviewing, and vetting of legal documents pertinent to these transactions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the legal assessment of commercial transactions, including drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and associated documentation.
• Compiling summaries of key transactional terms and monitoring the progress and adherence to contractual obligations, particularly in transactions involving the purchase, sale, and financing of vessels and aircraft.
• Providing guidance and support to the company in its interactions with clients and external parties.
• Serving as the primary contact for all purchase and sale transactions, coordinating with various stakeholders such as lawyers, financiers, advisors, shareholders, and clients.
• Drafting and reviewing corporate governance materials, such as meeting minutes, resolutions, memoranda, articles of association, proxies, and similar documents.
• Facilitating the establishment and dissolution of legal entities in Malta and potentially other jurisdictions.
• Assisting with corporate matters related to the management and administration of client entities.
• Collaborating with authorities in multiple jurisdictions and other professional service providers.
• Managing both electronic and hardcopy filing systems.
• Conducting legal research on diverse topics.
• Staying informed about developments in local and international legislation and regulations.
• Upholding the company's values by fostering a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and equality.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• A strong team player with experience in dynamic organizational environments.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in problem-solving.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
• Ability to think creatively, challenge conventions diplomatically, and work collaboratively.
• Culturally aware and experienced in engaging with diverse nationalities and business cultures.
• Adaptable to change and proactive in taking initiative.
• A proven track record of surpassing targets.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in yachting and maritime law.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in corporate law.
• Qualified lawyer with a valid warrant to practice law in Malta.