We are currently looking to recruit an Advocate to join KPMG Law offices in Nicosia, operating through Theodorides, Georgiou, Iacovou & Co LLC. This is a great opportunity for a high caliber professional who wishes to work and thrive in a high-performance environment.

The Opportunity:

• Drafting and filing of pleadings according to Civil Procedure Rules
• Appearing before the Court and undertaking hearing procedures
• Managing corporate litigation cases and interim applications
• Participating and assisting in restructuring and insolvency projects including receiverships and liquidations and offering support to insolvency practitioners
• Drafting contracts, agreements and other legal documents
• Preparing legal opinions for local and international clients
• Negotiating with clients to reach settlement
• Participating in international business reorganization projects and assisting with the preparation of documentation

The Requirements:

• Law degree (LLB)
• Member of the Cyprus Bar Association
• At least three years of working experience in Banking, Corporate or Commercial law
• Very good working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, Company Law and Contract Law
• Excellent knowledge of the Greek and English languages (written and spoken)
• Excellent knowledge of Excel/Word/ PowerPoint (Microsoft Office)

Personal Characteristics:

• Business awareness and high motivation
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness and ability to take initiative
• Confidentiality, professionalism and integrity

The Benefits:

Financial

• Competitive remuneration package (incl. 13th salary)
• Bonus Scheme that reflects firm & individual performance
• Provident Fund

Health and Wellbeing

• BeWell@KPMG – a holistic programme to support employees’ wellbeing
• In-house occupational psychologist
• Occupational doctor
• KPMG Gym benefits
• Running Club
• Social committee

Life at KPMG Law

• Excellent opportunities for career development & advancement
• Flexible working hours
• Friday afternoon off
• Flex Fridays for July & August (Reduced Hours – 36hours)
• Reduced hours & Mother’s scheme working options
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday entitlement from the 1st day you join
• Global Mobility programme
• Dress for your Day
• Free Parking

If you believe that you have the above qualifications and this opening sounds challenging apply now.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Should you have any queries in completing the online application form, please do not hesitate to contact us.

T: 22 209196, E: recruitment@kpmg.com.cy