Corporate In-House Lawyer (Maltese Speaking)

About the role

A company is looking for a commercially minded, detail-oriented in-house corporate lawyer to advise the business and its senior management on corporate, commercial, contractual and regulatory matters. The role covers risk management, compliance and corporate governance, and suits someone who can work closely with management and departments on practical, business-oriented legal solutions. Fluency in both Maltese and English is required.

Key responsibilities

• Advise senior management and departments on corporate, commercial, contractual and regulatory matters, including corporate structures, governance, shareholder matters and business transactions, and monitor legislative changes.
• Draft, review, negotiate and amend commercial agreements such as service, consultancy, employment, NDA, partnership, licensing and distribution contracts, and maintain standard templates and approval procedures.
• Support corporate governance and company secretarial work, including board and shareholder resolutions, filings and corporate records.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations, develop internal legal and compliance policies, and advise on data protection, privacy and employment legislation.
• Manage disputes and potential litigation, liaising with external counsel and regulators.
• Advise the HR department on employment contracts, policies, disciplinary matters and termination procedures.
• Support acquisitions, investments and restructuring through due diligence and transaction document review.
• Act as main contact for external legal advisers and coordinate their work and costs.

Required profile

• Recognised law degree and the professional qualification to practise law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Ideally 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in corporate or commercial law; in-house or corporate firm experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
• Experience with senior management and multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in written and spoken Maltese and English.

Required skills

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Commercial awareness, analytical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail and confidentiality.