R77 Global have been exclusively engaged to support our client, a well-established organisation based in Malta, in hiring a Senior Legal professional to join their in-house Legal team. The role focuses on contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory interpretation, and supporting key functions such as Credit, Risk, Compliance, IT and Operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate contractual agreements and ancillary documentation, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations (including DORA, BRRD, GDPR, etc.) and the clients internal legal standards.
• Assist in compiling and maintaining the clients Contracts Register (on JIRA) and Contracts Repository, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Draft and periodically review template agreements, letters, and other documentation used by the client.
• Provide timely, practical legal advice to internal departments (e.g. Credit, IT, Risk, Compliance, HR, Products, Operations) on matters within their remit.
• Draft and review internal policies and manuals relevant to the Legal Department.
• Forward finalised documentation for the CEOs signature and ensure execution protocols are followed.
• Review and advise on credit agreements, sanction letters, and related security documentation.
• Support the Credit Department with legal advice, including on the structure of agreements, to align with the clients requirements and protect its interests.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external lawyers and notaries on credit-related matters, including maintaining and updating relevant internal registers.
• Assist in maintaining manuals and guidance documents related to security collection and credit procedures in Malta and other EU jurisdictions.
• Oversee litigation proceedings and attend court sittings, providing information on behalf of the client where required.

Employee-Centric Benefits

Our client offers a personalised annual benefits package which may include:

• Gym memberships
• Parking arrangements
• Food plans
• Mobile expenses
• Various insurances and travel-related benefits

There are also additional lifestyle-oriented perks such as hobby contributions, paid volunteer days, and pet care support, designed to offer meaningful, real-life value to every team member.

Work Flexibility

Our client believes strong collaboration and a healthy team culture are best supported through in-person interaction and therefore operates as an onsite-first organisation. At the same time, they recognise the importance of flexibility in todays work environment.

• Employees can request to work from home through the HR system, and such requests are generally supported, subject to business needs.
• Given the nature of the operations, onsite presence is required for key meetings, team activities, and other critical business needs.
• Flexibility is provided as a benefit rather than a fixed entitlement and is balanced with the clients commitment to maintaining a collaborative, office-based culture.

Requirements

• Strong legal drafting, research, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements (e.g. DORA, BRRD, GDPR, Banking Act, Companies Act).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers.
• Proactive, reliable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards, professional integrity, and respect for confidentiality.

Education and Experience

• Master of Laws (LL.M.) or equivalent degree, with a warrant to practise law in Malta (or in an EU Member State).
• Minimum 23 years post-qualification experience, ideally within banking, financial services, or a law firm with exposure to banking, credit, or litigation.
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting/review and regulatory interpretation.
• Reliable and willing to take ownership of tasks and requests within their remit.
• Familiarity with MFSA and ECB regulatory frameworks is considered an asset.