Gżira, Malta

Corporate & Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel

 Job Description:

R77 Global is seeking a commercially minded lawyer for a Malta-based professional services firm serving local and international clients. The firm provides corporate, accounting, legal, tax and HR services.

This is an opportunity to advise on a varied range of corporate and commercial matters while working closely with colleagues across legal, tax, corporate services and HR.

The role

You will:

  • Advise clients on Maltese corporate and commercial law, corporate structures, governance and related regulatory matters.
  • Manage company formations, corporate changes, restructurings, liquidations and dissolutions.
  • Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, transaction documents and corporate documentation.
  • Prepare legal opinions and clear written advice on complex matters.
  • Advise on Maltese tax considerations arising from corporate structures and transactions, working with tax colleagues where appropriate.
  • Liaise with authorities, registries, notaries and external professional advisers.
  • Support clients on employment law and related HR matters, AML/KYC, GDPR and other compliance requirements.
  • Monitor relevant legal, regulatory and tax developments and advise clients and colleagues on their practical impact.
  • Handle client matters with care, sound judgement and appropriate confidentiality.

What you'll need

  • A degree in Law.
  • A valid Maltese Advocate's Warrant to practise law in Malta. This is a mandatory requirement.
  • At least three years' hands-on experience advising on Maltese corporate and commercial law, including company formations, corporate governance and related procedures.
  • Strong legal drafting skills in English. Fluency in Maltese is strongly preferred.
  • Current residence in Malta and availability to work on-site.
  • Eligibility to work in Malta.
  • A professional, detail-oriented approach and a strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.

Experience that would be an advantage

  • Knowledge or experience in Maltese taxation or international tax.
  • Experience with AML/KYC, GDPR, immigration or employment law.
  • Experience with restructurings, liquidations or dissolutions.
  • Background in corporate services or advising an international client base.

What's on offer

  • A professional, multidisciplinary working environment.
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of local and international clients.
  • Long-term career development opportunities.
  • A competitive remuneration package based on experience.

To express your interest, apply through R77 Global.

  Required Skills:

Express Eligibility HR Support Development Structures Compliance Tax Confidentiality Availability Accounting Documentation English