Job Description

Akis Papakyriacou LLC, a boutique law firm based in Nicosia is looking to recruit a senior lawyer to join its litigation department.

Duties:

·        Handle litigation cases, including corporate/commercial litigation.

·        Drafting and reviewing contracts, legal opinions, pleadings, written addresses and writing any other legal documents.

·         Provide legal advice on corporate/commercial litigation matters

• Undertaking legal research.

• Liaising with clients, other professional advisers and public/regulatory authorities as necessary.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills coupled with high attention to detail

• Fluent command of English and Greek, verbal and written

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and excellent computer literacy

• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage multiple deadlines in a busy and demanding work environment

• Accurate, reliable, creative, well organised and proactive

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, responsibility and professionalism

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Proven background in dealing with international and institutional clients

Qualifications and other requirements

• University Law Degree from a UK with a grade of at least 2:1.

• A master’s degree and/or BPTC shall be considered as an additional advantage.

• Qualified lawyer in Cyprus.

• At least 5 years of post qualification experience in commercial and corporate litigation.

• Excellent command of the English and Greek language, both verbal and written.

• Experience in conducting court hearings in cases before the District Courts and the Supreme Court.

• Practical experience in drafting pleadings, legal opinions and other legal documents.

• Ability to conduct legal research and use legal tools such as CyLaw, Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw and legal textbooks.

• Excellent computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting.

• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.

• Confidentiality, integrity and professionalism.

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration package

• 13th salary

• Performance based bonus

• Other benefits and growth opportunities

How to Apply

Interested applicants should forward their CVs to info@papakyriacoulaw.com

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. CVs and Personal Data will be kept secured and will only be stored for employment purposes. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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