Legal Adviser

Limassol, Cyprus | Full-time | Office

An international financial services firm is looking for a Legal Adviser to join their Legal Department in Limassol. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with experience in corporate, HR, marketing, and real estate transactions to support a dynamic, cross-functional team in a fast-paced and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support across various areas of the business in collaboration with senior legal staff and the Head of Legal
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents and contracts, including agreements with external service providers
• Offer legal counsel to internal departments such as HR, Marketing, Property Management, and Business Development
• Support legal and corporate affairs related to EU-based subsidiaries and tied agents
• Maintain and improve internal legal documentation, contract templates, and company policies
• Prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and concise contract summaries
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all business practices remain legally sound
• Monitor and interpret legal, regulatory, and industry developments relevant to company operations
• Handle additional legal assignments in response to evolving business needs

Requirements:

• 2+ years of legal experience, ideally in-house at a CIF, fintech company, or a law firm serving financial/tech clients
• Law degree from a recognized institution; LLM or international legal education is a plus
• Strong practical experience drafting and managing contracts governed by English law
• Proficiency in drafting legal documentation in both English and Russian
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail with a proactive and reliable work ethic
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong multitasking, prioritization, and time-management abilities

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary package including annual bonus
• Modern office located in central Limassol
• Visa sponsorship for the employee and family members
• 21 working days of paid vacation, plus 12 additional company-paid days off
• Paid sick leave entitlement
• Health insurance support (30% of annual plan cost covered by employer)
• Corporate events, team-building activities, and wellness programs