There are around 2,500 registered lawyers in Cyprus, with an almost 50 / 50 split between male and female. With the Cypriot legal system following a very similar path to the UK legal system, in general the majority of the lawyers on the island have graduated from UK and Greek universities.
The size of legal firms in Cyprus varies significantly, from just a single lawyer to much larger partnerships, as well as some well renowned international law firms who are also represented on the island. This wide spectrum of potential legal jobs in Cyprus has resulted in law being one of the top three subjects chosen by Cypriot students at university as it offers an excellent and stable career path.
Of late there has been a demand from many firms to employ lawyers who speak Russian due to the increase in Russian investment within Cyprus.
Most legal and paralegal job positions can be found in the corporate sector. Positions typically require a law degree and membership of the Cyprus Bar Association, and, in certain positions, additional knowledge of corporate law, compliance, and litigation is required. Paralegal tasks are primarily administrative and to provide assistance as required.
Recruiting a Corporate Lawyer, who has around 3 – 4 years relevant experience. • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents as well as corporate and commercial agreements on behalf of clients, such as share purchase agreements, shareholders agreements, joint venture agreements, agreements for purchase of real estate, construction agreements.
Ensure compliance with local and European AML regulation. Produce & submit compliance & AML reports to the company’s regulator CySEC. Organise and manage clients and counterparty KYC procedures (onboarding, monitoring etc).
Handling complex corporate transactions, reorganisations and restructurings and banking and finance transactions. Drafting and reviewing corporate and commercial agreements. Minimum of six years’ experience in a corporate law environment.
Recruiting for a high calibre, career driven individual Lawyer to join the firm’s Corporate and Commercial Law Department. Hands on management of a corporate team of 4 persons, consisting of: 3 Cyprus qualified lawyers and 1 experienced corporate administrator. Drafting and reviewing corporate and commercial agreements, including Shareholders Agreements.
Hands on management of a corporate team of 6 persons, consisting of: 3 Cyprus qualified lawyers and 3 experienced corporate administrators. Handling complex corporate transactions, reorganisations and restructurings, including re-domiciliation of companies, Mergers and Acquisitions, banking and finance transactions, etc
Advising clients on migration matters. Handling applications for and assisting clients to obtain Permanent Residency Permits. Drafting and reviewing corporate legal documents including Memorandum and Articles of Association, resolutions, minutes, share certificates, Powers of Attorney, etc. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
Developing compliance policies and audit program procedures. 2+ years of relevant experience. CySEC AML Certificate.
Manage the Company’s ongoing legal matters (local and international). To think strategically and tactically, make risk-benefit evaluations and develop action plans in relation to compliance and AML risks.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents as well as corporate and commercial agreements on behalf of clients, such as share purchase agreements, shareholders agreements, joint venture agreements, agreements for purchase of real estate, construction agreements.
Candidates should fulfil the requirements under the Subsidy project for Trainee Advocates 2017 - 2023 offered by the Cyprus Bar Association. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Greek and English.