Corporate In-house Lawyer (Maltese Speaking)

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, commercially minded, and detail-oriented In-House Corporate Lawyer to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and support across the company’s operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, managing legal risks, and protecting the company’s commercial and legal interests.

The role requires a proactive legal professional who can work closely with senior management and various departments, providing practical, business-oriented legal solutions while maintaining high standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Corporate Legal Advisory
• Provide ongoing legal advice to senior management and internal departments on corporate, commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters.
• Advise on corporate structures, governance, shareholder matters, and business transactions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with the company’s activities.
• Support strategic business decisions by providing practical and commercially sound legal recommendations.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and advise management on their implications.
• 2. Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation
• Draft, review, negotiate, and amend a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
• Service agreements and supplier contracts.
• Consultancy and employment agreements.
• Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements.
• Partnership and joint venture agreements.
• Licensing and distribution agreements.
• Shareholder and other corporate agreements.
• Ensure contractual arrangements adequately protect the company’s interests and comply with applicable legislation.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates, legal documentation, and internal approval procedures.
• Manage contract renewals, terminations, disputes, and contractual obligations.
• 3. Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Support
• Assist with corporate governance matters and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.
• Prepare and review board resolutions, shareholder resolutions, minutes, and other corporate documentation.
• Support company incorporations, restructuring, changes in shareholding, and other corporate transactions.
• Coordinate corporate filings and liaise with relevant regulatory authorities and company service providers.
• Maintain accurate corporate records and statutory documentation.
• 4. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure the company’s activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry-specific requirements.
• Develop, review, and implement internal legal and compliance policies.
• Advise on data protection, privacy, employment legislation, and other relevant regulatory matters.
• Identify potential legal and regulatory exposures and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Assist with internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews.
• Work closely with management to promote a culture of legal compliance and accountability.
• 5. Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management
• Manage legal disputes, claims, and potential litigation involving the company.
• Assess legal exposure and recommend appropriate dispute resolution strategies.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, regulators, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate the preparation of legal documentation and supporting evidence.
• Monitor ongoing legal proceedings and provide regular updates to management.
• Seek commercially effective solutions to disputes while safeguarding the company’s interests.
• 6. Employment & HR Legal Support
• Advise the HR department on employment contracts, workplace policies, disciplinary matters, and termination procedures.
• Ensure employment-related documentation complies with applicable labour legislation.
• Support the resolution of employment disputes and employee grievances.
• Provide legal guidance on confidentiality, restrictive covenants, and employee-related compliance matters.
• 7. Business Transactions & Strategic Projects
• Provide legal support for acquisitions, investments, corporate restructuring, and other strategic transactions.
• Conduct or coordinate legal due diligence when required.
• Review transaction documents and advise on legal and commercial risks.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and management teams on new business initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of legally compliant business structures and commercial arrangements.
• 8. External Counsel & Stakeholder Management
• Act as the primary point of contact for external legal advisers and law firms.
• Coordinate legal services provided by external counsel and monitor associated costs.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, government authorities, and other external stakeholders when required.
• Ensure effective communication between internal departments and external legal advisers.

Qualifications & Experience

• A recognised law degree and the professional qualifications required to practise law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Ideally 3–5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• Previous experience in an in-house legal role or a reputable corporate law firm will be considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Familiarity with employment law, data protection legislation, and dispute resolution.
• Experience working with senior management and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Commercial Awareness: Ability to provide practical legal advice aligned with business objectives.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to identify legal risks, assess complex issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Negotiation Skills: Confidence in negotiating contractual terms and protecting the company’s interests.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal matters clearly to non-legal colleagues.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in reviewing contracts, legal documents, and regulatory requirements.
• Independence: Ability to manage legal matters autonomously and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Organisation: Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confidentiality & Integrity: Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive and solution-oriented approach to legal and business challenges.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be trustworthy, practical, commercially aware and solutions-oriented. The successful applicant must be comfortable working in a dynamic business environment, handling confidential matters and engaging directly with senior management on sensitive and commercially significant issues. Must be fluent in both Maltese and English.