Descripción de la oferta
Please note: this role requires full relocation to Malta. The role is located in Malta, fully on‑site. The company Our client is a long‑established international aviation group with over 40 years of market presence and operations across multiple jurisdictions. The organization operates through a multi‑entity structure with offices in various global locations and is continuing to expand its international footprint. The role The VP Group Legal will lead the organization’s legal function, acting as a key advisor to the executive leadership team and overseeing legal matters across a multi‑entity, international structure. The role combines strategic responsibility with hands‑on involvement in complex cross‑border legal issues, including corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, while supporting business growth and ensuring effective risk management across the group’s integral operations. What the company offers The company provides relocation support, along with an attractive compensation package, including a company car and other benefits. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the legal function, providing direction, mentorship, and professional development to the team. Design and implement legal strategies aligned with the organization’s overall business objectives. Advise senior leaders and executives on legal, regulatory, and risk‑related matters to support critical business decisions. Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, and industry standards across multiple jurisdictions. Provide clear, practical legal advice across a broad range of business areas. Draft, negotiate, and review complex international contracts, including joint ventures, partnerships, and other high‑value commercial agreements. Establish, restructure, and manage corporate entities, maintaining strong governance both locally and internationally. Support business acquisitions, divestments, ownership structures, and registration requirements. Guide dispute resolution processes, including settlements, claims, litigation, and arbitration, while coordinating with external counsel and monitoring case progress. Oversee contract management processes, contribute to template development, streamline workflows, and strengthen the legal framework. Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations, including sanctions and other compliance requirements. Requirements Law degree, Bachelor’s and/or Master’s. Experience in General Counsel / Chief Legal Counsel / equivalent roles in an international setting. Experience managing in‑house legal teams in multiple countries. Expertise in corporate law and international contracts, with experience in complex commercial agreements, joint ventures, partnerships. Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; able to assess risk andprovide clear advice under uncertainty. Excellent communication and influencing ability; capable of engaging with senior leadership and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Proactive, adaptable, hands‑on, able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects effectively. #J-18808-Ljbffr
