Corporate Lawyer / AML Compliance Officer 193 views

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).
• 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.

Working hours:

9am – 1pm, 2:30pm – 6:30pm.

Remuneration:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.