Lawyer

Gżira, Malta Island
Training
Full-time

1 month ago
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On behalf of our client, a legal firm in Malta, GRS Recruitment is seeking a Lawyer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for an ambitious and academically strong law graduate to join a dynamic, internationally focused boutique firm. The ideal candidate will work alongside experienced lawyers and advisers across a variety of practice areas, developing broad commercial and legal skills in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. The firm's lean, hands-on model means junior team members are genuinely involved in client matters from day one, supervised by senior lawyers, but never sidelined. This role offers exceptional breadth of exposure that would be difficult to find at a larger firm. If you feel you meet the necessary skills, please apply today for this Malta based role.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSITIBLIES

Conduct thorough legal research across Maltese and international law
Draft and review legal documents including contracts, corporate resolutions, agreements, and correspondence
Assist in preparing client-facing memoranda, opinions, and advisory notes
Support due diligence processes for corporate and transactional matters
Assist senior lawyers in managing client files across multiple practice areas
Liaise with clients, authorities, and third parties under supervision
Help prepare submissions to the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), Inland Revenue, Malta Business Registry, and other regulatory bodies
Support citizenship and residency applications, corporate formation filings, and compliance documentation
Maintain well-organised, accurate matter files
Assist with billing, time recording, and file management
Contribute to knowledge management and internal resources
Support marketing and business development activities as required (e.g., drafting insights and articles for the firm's website and library)

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Law degree (LLB or equivalent) from a recognised university — final year students who will qualify by the start date are welcome to apply. Up to 1 year of post-qualification or legal internship/paralegal experience would be considered an advantage
Knowledge of or interest in Maltese or EU law
Familiarity with corporate, tax, or financial services legal work
Strong academic record
Strong analytical and research skills
Excellent written and spoken English. Second language (Maltese, Italian, French, Arabic, or other)
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
A proactive, self-motivated attitude and genuine enthusiasm for law

COMPANY BENEFITS

Hands-on legal training experience from day one
Mentoring and supervision by senior lawyers with international expertise
Exposure to a broad and diverse range of practice areas
A collaborative, supportive, and international working environment
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Access to professional networks and international legal organisations
Career progression within a growing boutique firm

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.To apply for this position, please email your CV to Tony Buckley, quoting the above job reference.

GRS Recruitment