Job Title/Position: Legal Counsel with International law experience
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to manage all legal-related matters within our business unit (Family Office), overseeing teams and business operations in Ukraine, Cyprus, the UK, the UAE, with a particular focus on Family Office-based operations. This role involves handling a broad range of legal responsibilities, including corporate governance, HR, procurement, contracts, compliance, and other legal aspects critical to supporting the Family Office structure. You will ensure the organization complies with relevant laws across multiple jurisdictions, mitigate risks, and streamline legal processes.
Key Responsibilities: * Handle corporate governance matters for a Family Office-based structure, including company formation, restructuring, and compliance across Ukraine, Cyprus, the UK, and the UAE (but not limited to these countries only). * Provide legal support on HR-related issues, including employment contracts, dispute resolution, and labor law compliance in all business locations. * Manage procurement and vendor contracts, ensuring that legal standards are met and agreements comply with local regulations. * Ensure adherence to legal frameworks, including anti-corruption, data protection, and environmental laws, tailored to the Family Office’s needs. * Support M&A and other strategic transactions, conducting due diligence and managing the legal aspects of cross-border deals. * Represent the Family Office in legal negotiations, dispute resolutions, and liaise with regulatory bodies as needed. * Develop and maintain internal legal policies, templates, and best practices specific to Family Office operations and international requirements. * Collaborate with external legal advisors across different jurisdictions to ensure comprehensive legal support. * Collaborate with Legal colleagues from other business units to ensure strategic alignment. * Execute other legal-related activities as assigned.
Requirements: * Proven experience as a Legal Counsel or similar role with cross-border legal issues and familiarity with international legal standards (different countries of EU for instance). * Proven experience as a Legal Counsel with expertise in corporate law, employment law, contract management, particularly in International organizations. * Strong knowledge of legal frameworks, compliance issues, and risk management across Ukraine, Cyprus, the UK, and the UAE (and any other EU countries will be a plus). * Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. * Ability to handle complex legal matters independently, providing sound legal advice to a Family Office structure. * Experience working with sub-contractors from different countries. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing legal documents and ensuring compliance. * Ability to collaborate effectively with business units across multiple countries. * Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a focus on risk mitigation and strategic alignment. * Passionate about efficiency and a quality problem solver. * Fluent English level is required
