An international FinTech company, specializing in providing a wide range of financial services and tools for investors and traders, is looking for an experienced
International Corporate Lawyer to join its friendly team!
The company was founded in 2007 and has since become one of the leading players in the financial services market.
The company's products and services include:
- Trading on international financial markets: The company offers access to trading in the Forex market (foreign exchange), as well as Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on stocks, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies
- Investment products: The company provides various investment opportunities, including PAMM accounts (portfolio management), trade copying, and portfolio strategy investments
- Educational resources: The company also offers extensive educational resources for its clients, including webinars, training materials, and market analysis
You are offered an office-based position at the European branch of the company in Podgorica, Montenegro. The company also provides a relocation package.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting and managing contracts in accordance with the legislation of offshore jurisdictions and English law
- Providing legal support for the creation, reorganization, and liquidation of companies in various jurisdictions, including offshore zones and free economic zones in Asia
- Working with sanctions databases such as OFAC, the UK, and Asian countries, and conducting due diligence checks on counterparties
- Organizing and supporting the process of opening bank accounts and working with payment systems worldwide, ensuring compliance with KYC procedures
- Preparing legal opinions and recommendations on foreign legislation matters
- Monitoring legal changes in foreign jurisdictions and researching promising jurisdictions
- Negotiating and liaising with foreign consultants
Requirements
- A completed higher education degree in law
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in English for contract management and negotiations (B2+ or higher)
- Legal English
- Knowledge of the fundamentals and principles of English law and corporate law
- Understanding of AML procedures and basic KYC requirements
- Strong contract drafting and analysis skills with a focus on business objectives
Preferred Qualifications:
- Positive experience in consulting
Benefits
- Relocation to the company's European office in Podgorica, Montenegro, with a relocation package for the candidate and their family
- Comprehensive health insurance (including dental coverage) and an additional employee benefits program
- The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and develop new international projects within a team of professionals
- Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonuses
- Active corporate culture: board games, trips to the sea, paddleboarding, hiking, and more!
