Junior Legal Counsel – Fintech EMI

About the role

COLIBRIX ONE, a licensed Electronic Money Institution (FCA reference 927920) and principal member of VISA and Mastercard, is looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join the legal and compliance team of its Maltese entity. It is a chance for a motivated, detail-oriented law graduate or early-career lawyer to start in a regulated financial institution and learn how a licensed EMI operates, from contract management and corporate governance to regulatory compliance and data protection. The position is offered by Mellifera Kartiera Limited, part of the COLIBRIX ONE group.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and review agreements and client documentation under the guidance of senior colleagues
• Manage document signing, contract registers and legal archives
• Prepare corporate documents such as board resolutions and meeting minutes
• Support the Compliance team on AML/KYC and regulatory matters, including audits and regulator requests
• Assist the Data Protection Officer with GDPR tasks
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and prepare short summaries for the team
• Coordinate with external law firms and consultants
• Handle other legal and administrative tasks as needed

Required profile

• Law degree (LL.B., LL.D. or Master of Advocacy) or equivalent qualification obtained in an EU jurisdiction
• Warrant to practise as an advocate in Malta, or progress towards it, is an advantage
• Up to 2 years of post-qualification or relevant experience; recent graduates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply
• Sound understanding of contract law, company law and data protection legislation, including the GDPR
• Interest in financial services regulation, especially payment services and electronic money
• Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages are an asset
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to meet strict deadlines, proactivity and good judgement

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office
• Familiarity with DocuSign or similar e-signature platforms is an asset

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape fintech solutions within a growing international company
• Collaborative and transparent team culture
• Continuous professional growth and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Modern, dynamic work environment in Malta