In-House Legal Counsel & Head of Corporate Administration, Larnaca – IHLC/06/26

Our client is seeking to recruit an experienced and highly professional In-House Legal Counsel & Head of Corporate Administration to join its headquarters in Larnaca. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal support across the Group, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, managing corporate governance matters, and supporting the organisation’s strategic and operational objectives.

Main Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to the Group on a wide range of legal and corporate matters
Communicate and coordinate with external legal advisors regarding ongoing legal cases and legal opinions
Manage the corporate administration function for the allocated portfolio, including preparation of resolutions, minutes, powers of attorney, and corporate records
Conduct legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, strategic transactions, and investments, including start-up investments
Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including shareholder agreements, employment agreements, and vendor contracts
Resolve disputes arising from contractual terms and conditions
Ensure compliance with Registrar of Companies filing requirements across multiple jurisdictions, including Cyprus, the UK, Belize, and the BVI
Handle company filings and submissions through e-filing systems and relevant authorities
Conduct property conveyancing and support real estate transactions
Communicate with associates, agents, clients, and external stakeholders regarding legal administration matters
Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the Group’s operations and provide guidance accordingly
Support management with internal legal and corporate administration requirements

Required Qualifications

Admission to the Cyprus Bar Association or another recognised legal jurisdiction
Minimum 7 years of experience as an In-House Legal Counsel, Corporate Lawyer, Legal Advisor, or in a similar role
Holder of an LLB degree
LLM in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, or another related field (considered an advantage)
Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, employment, and contract law
Experience with UK property transactions and international real estate portfolios
Knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and company administration
Experience with Registrar of Companies filings and corporate procedures
Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide practical legal solutions
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluency in English and Greek, both written and verbal
Property conveyancing experience (considered an advantage)
Knowledge of additional languages (considered an advantage)

Remuneration & Benefits

Annual salary range of €40,000 – €50,000 k gross
Annual performance and salary review
Professional development and learning opportunities
Working hours: Monday – Thursday 08:30 – 17:15, Friday 08:30 – 17:00