Senior Lawyer | Corporate & Compliance

This role will be acting as senior member and supervisor of corporate administration services of AGPLAW, a key member of the Transactions & Advisory Department (Corporate & Commercial, Banking & Finance, Regulatory). In your role as Corporate Lawyer, you will deal with corporate governance while also take on the position of Compliance Manager heading all internal compliance functions, reporting to the Compliance Officer and/or Managing Partner and/or Heads of Departments of the AGPLAW Group.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise the corporate administration services unit for all local and offshore jurisdictions on the Execution of daily tasks such as incorporating companies, preparing resolutions and minutes of directors and shareholders meetings, assisting with changes in the company Memorandum and Articles, preparing and submitting Annual Returns, preparing Powers of Attorney; Carry out procedures of Company formation and preparation/filling of documents concerning Registrar of Companies Department and/or foreign registrar, managing the companies’ portfolios in relation to compliance with annuals and other various financial and other obligations (i.e., filling of HE32 and preparation of the FS), maintain internal CRM for corporate and other fiduciary services and a document management system, handle and/or assist on liquidation procedures as well as strike-off procedures, dealing directly with the clients concerning day to day corporate services and business, collaborate with banking services team in setting up client bank accounts in Cyprus and other jurisdictions, liaise with department head to discuss various organization matters, deal with UBO registers and/or substance requirements in Cyprus and/or in foreign jurisdictions as may be required by local regulations.
  • Assist with internal client document audits, including the review of AML/CTF/Sanctions and client onboarding KYC documentation. Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities within AGPLAW’s operations and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Develop and/or maintain the firm’s AML, CTF, and Sanctions compliance programs, adapting procedures as necessary to align with evolving legal standards and best practices. Create, update, and implement policies and procedures that comply with all relevant laws and regulations. Ensure compliance with regulations and prepare for annual external audits and reports. Manage the internal CRM for KYC / DD / Risk Assessment document supervision, ensuring it is always up to date. Perform client risk assessment checks and provide feedback on the onboarding of new clients and projects. Ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulators and CyBAR.
  • Hold an Advisory Role and serve as the primary point of contact for all AML, CTF, and Sanctions-related queries from within the firm and/or from clients. Establish and maintain systems for monitoring and reporting suspicious activities to relevant authorities as required. Ensure that the firm’s record-keeping practices are in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

  • LLB Degree;
  • AML Certification;
  • Minimum 4+ years’ experience in AML regulatory compliance and Sanctions, working within a law firm or financial institution;
  • Integrity and professional ethics;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, both in Greek and English;
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Job Type:

Full-time.

Work hours:

Full-time: Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00 and Friday 08:00-14:30.

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