AIMS International Malta


    	        	Our client that operates within the Public sector, is currently looking to recruit a &lt;strong&gt;Senior Court Litigation Associate&lt;/strong&gt; to join their growing team. The selected candidate will be responsible for:&lt;br&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/strong&gt;
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	&lt;li&gt;Attend on behalf of and represent the organization&amp;nbsp;in any court sittings.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Carry out the drafting, preparation, filing and review of any judicial acts and related documents as may become necessary within the context of any such court related proceedings.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaise and co-ordinate with external lawyers in relation to any such court-related procedures.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure that court-related deadlines are met and that all required decisions are communicated and made in a timely manner.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure the timely and appropriate preparation of court sittings, including but not limited to the preparation of witnesses.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure the timely update of publications on the FIAU’s website accordingly.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Co-ordinate external legal fees as necessary.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist the Manager in monitoring, following up and reviewing the work of officials within the team and to identify areas which need improvement.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist in the implementation and application of any enforcement processes.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Attend interviews and assist in the recruitment process as required.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To keep the Manager, Senior Manager, Head of Section and other Superiors up to date with plans, actions andwork done by the team.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To draft policies and procedures within the Team and ensure the effective implementation thereof.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist the Manager, Senior Manager and Head to plan the operations and goals of the team.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To provide training both internally and externally.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaise with other units and sections to collect data, documentation and information necessary for the purposes of court related proceedings.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Testify in court proceedings and present documents on oath on behalf of the organization.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist the Head, Senior Manager and Managers in any ad-hoc projects and assignments as may arise during the year.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaise with local and/or foreign entities when and where needed.
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&lt;strong&gt;Requirements:&lt;/strong&gt;

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	&lt;li&gt;LL.D. or M.Adv. Degree or an equivalent academic qualification in law at NQF7 or better.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Warrant or registration to practice as an advocate in Malta.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Applicants should have practiced in court or relevant experience for a minimum of 4 years.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Good understanding of the laws that govern the prevention of money laundering and funding of terrorism in Malta and the international standards and EU legislation in the area.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sound knowledge of the relevant EU Directives and related local legislation that govern the financial, gaming and other regulated sectors.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with the operations of the above-mentioned sectors.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience in applying anti-money laundering and counter-funding of terrorism legislation would be considered as an asset.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Outstanding written and verbal communications skills in Maltese and English.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and office automation tools.
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