Elias & Co, a law firm based in Limassol is seeking to recruit a Corporate Lawyer / AML Compliance Officer.
All applications are to be sent to
Responsibilities:
- Handle the formation and registration of companies in Cyprus and other jurisdictions.
- Coordinate with registered agents overseas for the registration and dissolution of foreign companies.
- Handle and administer all due diligence procedures, KYC.
- Prepare the Client Acceptance documentation.
- Maintain the Corporate Registers.
- Act as the first point of contact for clients, company employees and counterparties in all areas connected with KYC documents collections, update, certification, provision etc.
- Update internal databases on the client, UBO’s and other matters as requested.
- Arrange for the execution, certification and legalisation of documents.
- Deal with the execution of changes in the structure of companies (including but not limited to shareholding, directorship, share capital, change of name); submission of annual returns and other annual requirements including UBO register filings.
- Liaise with clients, external regulators and professional advisers, such as lawyers and auditors.
- Draft corporate and other documents such as minutes, resolutions, agreements, powers of attorney, registers and letters with respect to the actions of the companies.
- Provide administrative support to lawyers.
- Provide assistance in liquidation proceedings.
- Fulfilling DAC6 reporting requirements.
- Roll out and delivery of comprehensive ongoing training to all members of staff on AML/TF.
- Continuous review of all related laws and regulations to ensure the business always maintains compliance with the required AML laws and regulations.
- Responsible for all the mandatory reporting to the regulators.
- Screening of new clients and parties as requested.
- Undertake training as required.
Requirements:
- University law degree (an LPC or LLM shall be considered an advantage).
- Over 3 years post qualification experience as a corporate lawyer and compliance officer.
- Member of the Cyprus Bar Association.
- Good working knowledge in Company formation and maintenance.
- Good knowledge of regulatory requirements.
- Experience with AML and KYC procedures, DAC6 will be considered a strong plus.
- Good communication skills in English and Greek.
- Strong business communication skills.
- Accurate and good attention to detail.
- Proactive approach to work.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to develop detailed policies and procedures.
- Ability to ensure client confidentiality.
- Eligibility to work in Cyprus.
- Computer proficiency.
Remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.