AIMS International is assisting one of our clients, a well established Law Firm in Malta, with recruiting an Associate Lawyer - Employment within the Employment Law Department.
The successful candidate will advise and represent clients on a broad range of employment-related matters, including workplace disputes, regulatory compliance, employment contracts, redundancies, and licensing issues.
Responsibilities:
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Assisting clients with the provision of legal assistance and advice;
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Researching and drafting of legal and judicial documents;
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Drafting and reviewing of employment contracts, policies, and procedures;
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Attending to job evaluation and equal pay compliance;
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Attending court and industrial tribunal sittings and advising on litigation and dispute resolution;
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Supporting the legal team generally under the direction of the Firm’s partners and collaborating with colleagues across practice areas on multidisciplinary matters
Requirements:
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Warranted Lawyer
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At least 3 years post-qualification experience with a law firm or as in-house counsel;
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Practical experience in industrial relations and employment law;
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Strong analytical and drafting skills;
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Excellent communication and client-handling abilities;
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Keen interest in legal developments with a view of establishing one’s profile and growing that of the firm in the practice area;
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A positive attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team; to communicate confidently and effectively, to work under pressure and be results oriented.
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A master’s in law degree or sound understanding in related areas (employment law, discrimination, health and safety, and/or data protection law) will be considered an asset.
Candidates will be provided on the job training and will have opportunities for continual professional development.