Junior Legal Counsel

Malta Island
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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GRS Recruitment is pleased to present an exciting opportunity for a Junior Legal Counsel based in Malta, within a forward-thinking gaming company. The Junior Legal Counsel shall be directly answerable in the performance of his/her duties and conduct to the Authority’s General Counsel and to the Manager – Legal and Enforcement and shall observe and comply with all reasonable, lawful, and proper guidelines and directions.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To represent the Authority in its enforcement functions, including the drafting and issuing of enforcement measures on behalf of the MGA;
To provide day-to-day support to the Manager – Legal and Enforcement and contribute to the ongoing development of both the operational and strategic aspects of the Department;
To provide regular status updates pertaining to his/her remit to the Department’s senior management, as well as provide feedback and updates with regards to action taken to the Authority’s internal committees;
To liaise with various regulatory authorities in Malta and abroad;
To represent the MGA in any court cases as required and to assist the police force in criminal cases which are gaming related;
To support senior management in providing legal advice to the Chairperson, Board of Governors, Chief Executive Officer and the MGA in general;
To conduct and plan legal research on multi-disciplined aspects of law;
To tender advice with respect to the MGA’s processes in the light of better regulation and enforcement policies;
To represent the MGA in local and international fora including conferences, exposition centres as well as gaming related meetings;
To keep abreast with all local and international developments conducive to the MGA’s regulatory and enforcement functions;
To ensure that the objectives of the Function are constantly met and that professional standards are maintained at all times; and
To carry out such other duties and functions as may be assigned by the Department’s senior management or by the MGA

CANDIDATE PROFILE

In possession of a law degree. A valid warrant to practice as an advocate in the courts of Malta and Gozo shall be considered an asset;
Having previously worked or trained in other legal or enforcement related roles;
Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing gaming in Malta shall be considered an asset;
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment;
Thinks and acts strategically
Takes ownership of work;
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

COMPANY BENEFITSCompetitive salary packageOpportunity for professional growth and career developmentModern, vibrant working environment in MaltaComprehensive benefits packageSupportive and inclusive company cultureDue to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.To apply for this position, please email your CV to Michelle Cooper, quoting the above job reference or call +356 27780664 for further information.

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