Job DescriptionJOB TITLE Legal Advisor - Legal ServicesLEVEL/BANDMM22DEPARTMENTLegalDIRECT REPORT (JOB TITLE)Head of Legal / Legal Services ManagerOverall Purpose of the PositionThe Legal Advisor shall provide assistance in the undertaking of legal duties on behalf of the Bank. These include:(i) To act as the Bank's legal counsel by providing legal advice, also interpreting laws, regulations, rulings and judgements;(ii) Carries out research, analyses and provides feedback on legal matters as instructed by the Bank from time to time.Operational Responsibilities· To act as in-house counsel, provide legal advice, draft legal documentation, and carry out legal research as required;· To be actively involved and participate in the Department's / cross-Departmental projects, providing feedback on behalf of the Unit and proposing legal solutions as required;· To view, advise on and /or draft guidelines and procedures as required by the Department/other Departments.· To update and maintain a Contract Management System;· Exceptionally to perform responsibilities in any other Unit which falls within the remit of the Department.General Responsibilities· To submit any reports and/or supervise any projects and activities as may be directed from time to time;· To ensure compliance with Bank's policies, guidelines and underlying procedures at all times;· To assist his/her superior in the preparation of the unit's business plan and underlying budgets;· To ensure a high quality/standard of work and service throughout;· To perform standard office procedures;· To attend / give training as requested and perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.Qualifications, Skills & CompetenciesMandatorySkill· Good verbal and written communication skills.· Be reliable, organised, meticulous and prepared to work under pressure.· Be a team player while still being able to work independently when needed.· Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and interpersonal skills.· Committed to self-development and enjoy working in a dynamic environment Be computer literate and conversant in MS Office applicationsExperience
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Qualification
In possession of law degree with a warrant to practice the profession in Malta.
DesirableSkill
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Experience
Preferably three years experience as a legal advisor.
Qualification
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Position level (1 being the highest level) * Head of Department
