Legal Careers in Malta: Corporate, Aviation & Financial Services Roles
At GVZH, we are committed to attract, retain and develop outstanding talent within our organisation. Our continued success relies on our ability to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can contribute towards delivering outstanding service to our clients.
Are You Amongst The Best And The Brightest?
GVZH Advocates seeks talented lawyers driven by curiosity, ambition and a determination to succeed. The firm is a dynamic, full-service commercial legal practice, advising predominantly on cross-border transactions and structures offering attractive opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are a smart, energetic and a motivated individual, having a solid academic track-record and seeking a fulfilling legal career, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Preference will be given to candidates having post-graduate qualification in one or more of the following areas of law
• Company Law
• Corporate Finance & Capital Markets
• International Finance
• Tax
• Financial Services & Fintech
• Investment Services
• Trusts & Foundations
• Intellectual Property Law
• Competition Law
• Technology Law
• Employment & Industrial Relations
• Aviation & Yachting
Career Path
Senior Positions
Senior Associate | Corporate and M&A | Malta
Join GVZH Advocates’ Corporate and M&A practice, a top-ranked, high-performance team acting for global brands, private equity giants, and multinational investors navigating complex, cross-border transactions.
Your next career milestone
We’re looking for a Senior Associate ready to step into a pivotal role within a team that thrives on strategic thinking, technical excellence, and market-leading transactions. You will collaborate closely with experienced partners, gain direct exposure to sophisticated international deals, and lead initiatives that shape Malta’s corporate legal landscape.
Why this role stands out
- Work with elite clients across multiple jurisdictions
- Lead high-value deals in M&A, restructurings, and private equity
- Drive innovation in legal strategy and team leadership
- Accelerate your career in a firm that invests in your growth
What you’ll be doing
- Taking ownership of complex, multi-jurisdictional corporate transactions
- Steering cross-border M&A and restructurings from initial due diligence through execution
- Mentoring and developing junior lawyers to build the next generation of legal talent, also through providing internal ad hoc training
- Drafting and negotiating high-stakes transactional documentation
- Cultivating long-term client relationships with multinational and institutional investors
- Contributing to strategic business development with partners
- Leading on legal due diligence projects on target companies in various industries
What we are looking for
- A warranted lawyer with 6+ years’ Post-Qualification Experience in corporate law, preferably M&A-focused.
- Demonstrable experience in leading cross-border transactions
- A natural team leader with proven mentoring and deal-management experience
- Impeccable written and spoken English
- Commercially driven and relentlessly client-focused
- Able to work under pressure
What We Offer
- A career platform to grow into a thought leader in Corporate & M&A
- Continuous exposure to market-defining transactions
- A modern, international working environment built around collaboration and excellence
- A team that backs ambition with mentorship, vision, and integrity
Be part of something great. Grow with GVZH
Lawyers | Corporate & Financial Services | Malta
GVZH Advocates is looking to fill positions with highly driven lawyers with a background in corporate, finance and financial services law, as part of its Corporate, Financial Services and Banking & Finance practice, servicing a sophisticated and predominantly international client base.
The chosen candidates must have a minimum of three years’ work experience, a good academic background, a drive to succeed and a good foundation in civil, corporate and financial services law. Candidates must possess the ability to work diligently and handle complex matters within a fast-paced environment.
An attractive remuneration and benefits package that is commensurate with experience and qualifications will be offered to the chosen candidates.
Interested applicants are asked to send their CV together with a cover letter by email to hr@gvzh.mt. All applications will be handled with the utmost discretion.
Senior Associate | Technology, Media & Telecoms; Competition and Public Procurement | Malta
Performing a leading role within the TMT team you will be entrusted with advising, structuring and handling a wide spectrum of complex legal and regulatory issues in the technology, telecoms and competition sectors. You will be tasked with advising on cutting edge technology, dealing with a wide spectrum of innovative products, undertaking analysis as to how they may affect third party rights. You will be required to proffer expert advice on the regulatory frameworks that are applicable in the EU, particularly within the technology space. The candidate will also be expected to be proficient in and opine on matters relating to competition law transcending regional boundaries as we assist our international clients, and preferably also have some exposure to handling public procurement matters.. In the performance of your professional duties, you will be exposed to a wide variety of businesses undertakings, both local and foreign-controlled, listed and unlisted.
Job duties and responsibilities
- Advising on and drafting of complex telecoms infrastructure sharing and interconnection agreements and reference offers such as for interconnection and infrastructure access and other strategic projects
- Representing clients in discussions with telecoms regulator
- Advising on strategy and avoidance of legal & regulatory risks
- Providing complex and day-to-day advice in relation to telecoms regulations in the EU in a prompt and professional manner
- Dealing with sophisticated cota protection matters, both ex ante and ex post.
- Advising on dispute resolution matters, competition law and regulatory complaints
- Advising on and drafting commercial contracts and T&Cs for telecoms and technology companies ensuring their alignment with the applicable legal and regulatory frameworks
- Advises on complex regulatory consultations. Undertakes research on telecom regulatory subjects as international best practice
- Advising on a wide spectrum of corporate issues
- Advising on appropriate corporate governance structures and on-going governance obligations and best practices
- Assisting with the implementation of corporate structuring and re-structuring exercises
- Contributing to legal due diligence exercises
- Leading and co-ordinating business development initiatives
- Managing client relationships
- Developing and contributing towards the development of the organization’s knowledge base, by giving on-the job training, participating in academic initiatives and publishing articles and analyses
- Developing and contributing towards the organisation’s traineeship programme through mentoring and training initiatives
Qualities
- Excellent written and verbal communication in both English and Maltese
- Command of any other languages would be considered an asset
- Collaborative
- Extensive knowledge of the telecommunications laws and industry in the EU and internationally
- Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills including strong legal drafting skills
- Coaching and mentoring
Strong people management skills - Ability to work under pressure
- Sound understanding of regulatory and competition law/economics
- Excellent technical and commercial understanding of the telecoms industry
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Strong time management skills
- Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills
Associates
Associate | Corporate and M&A | Malta
GVZH Advocates is inviting a motivated and ambitious lawyer to join its Corporate and M&A team, one of Malta’s premier practices trusted by global investors, multinational groups, and private equity players.
This is more than a role. It’s your chance to grow into a trusted advisor to elite clients, alongside a team of highly regarded professionals operating at the cutting edge of international corporate law.
Your Growth Journey Starts Here
As an Associate, you will work at the intersection of law and business, supporting complex transactions and strategic structures across borders. You will be coached by experienced leaders, given early responsibility, and exposed to a wide spectrum of cross-border work that sharpens both technical and commercial judgment.
What you will be doing
- Assisting in local and international M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings
- Assisting with due diligence projects and preparing high-level reports for discerning global clients
- Drafting key corporate and transactional documentation with accuracy and strategic insight
- Advising on day-to-day corporate governance and regulatory compliance
- Liaising with foreign counsel and professional advisers in multi-jurisdictional matters
What we’re looking for
- A warranted lawyer with 2–5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law
- Strong academic credentials and a detail-oriented, analytical mindset
- Exposure to international transactions or corporate advisory work (an asset)
- Outstanding communication skills in English—both written and spoken
- A collaborative, proactive approach and a clear interest in building a long-term career in corporate law
- Able to work under pressure
What We Offer
- The opportunity to develop under top-tier leadership while engaging with international mandates
- Access to high-quality work and progressive responsibility from day one
- A team culture that promotes learning, ambition, and client excellence
- A clear path for career progression in a fast-evolving legal practice
At GVZH, you will grow in capability, confidence, and international exposure.
Principal Benefits and Advantages of Working with GVZH
Here are the main benefits of working with us:
Exposure to a variety of cross-border legal work
At GVZH we work on a wide array of significant transactions and provide legal, regulatory and advisory support to a diverse and sophisticated client base. This exposure allows you to gain hands-on experience, constantly learning about the workings of the business world, applying a variety of laws and regulations, and developing versatile research and analytical skills, all of which will enable you to devise the skill-set to provide elegant legal solutions to complex real world problems.
Early in your career you could be handling client consultations, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and attending multi-party transaction negotiations. This diverse experience will serve as a valuable foundation for your professional growth as a well-rounded commercial law practitioner.
Hands-On Experience and Responsibility
It is a key objective at GVZH that young lawyers are directly involved in client-facing work and are given the opportunity to take on significant responsibilities, working very closely with senior lawyers within the firm. This approach provides young lawyers with experience that serves to accelerate the learning process, enhance legal skills, and build confidence in structured environment.
Mentorship and Guidance
At GVZH young lawyers have direct access to senior attorneys and partners who serve as mentors and provide guidance. This close working relationship promotes personalized mentorship, allowing young lawyers to learn from experienced practitioners. We believe that mentorship is instrumental in developing legal knowledge, honing advocacy skills, and navigating the complexities of the legal profession in today’s world.
Increased Visibility and Recognition
The firm provides young lawyers with ongoing opportunities to make meaningful academic contributions as a means towards building recognition for their knowledge, work and experience. As a very tight-knit group of professionals, the firm provides an environment where efforts and achievements are noticed and encouraged by senior attorneys and partners, paving the way towards increased responsibilities, promotions, and career advancement within the firm.
Work-Life Balance
GVZH offers a flexible work environment based on consistent performance. While the legal profession is known for demanding hours, we recognize that providing room for work-life harmony and a high degree of autonomy within the firm’s framework serve to create an environment of productive and ambitious professionals who are driven towards achieving positive outcomes effectively and efficiently.
Decision-Making Opportunities
Within the firm we encourage young lawyers to develop intellectual autonomy and to actively contribute towards the firm’s community-driven decision-making approach, avoiding top-down, draconian hierarchical decision-making practices. Young lawyers with the right mindset have the opportunity to shape strategies, make critical legal decisions, and contribute to the firm’s overall direction. This approach serves to enable you to contribute towards the development of valuable leadership skills, apply considered legal judgment, and take ownership of work tasks and responsibilities as a basis towards achieving your own professional goals.
Stronger Sense of Community
At GVZH community is key. We actively foster a close-knit and supportive work environment intended to develop strong professional relationships and camaraderie between colleagues. This sense of community creates a positive work atmosphere, fosters collaboration, and provides a network of support throughout our professional careers.
Internships
Looking for mentoring to be the best Corporate and Financial Services lawyer you can be?
Applications for our Winter Internship Programme are now closed. We encourage you to stay connected with us through our social media channels for updates on the launch of our 2026 Summer Internship Programme.
What to expect
As a firm, we focus on continuous professional and personal growth because we know that having access to the best educational development throughout your career is imperative. You require it, and our clients deserve it!
We have developed an extensive curriculum for our interns, which means that joining GVZH Advocates will give you hands-on exposure to real business issues requiring practical legal solutions.
Taking advantage of our programme will help you broaden and deepen your exposure to legal practice in the real world, as you are mentored by leading professionals in a dynamic and creative environment.
We take pride in fostering the growth and development of every member of our team, and strive to create an environment where each individual feels empowered to contribute to our firm-wide commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging.
What we are looking for
We are searching for intellectually inquisitive and dedicated law students in their fourth and fifth year of their studies with a strong academic foundation looking to pursue a career in Commercial Law.
If you are interested in participating submit an application letter, along with a cover letter, a CV and an updated university transcript.
Business Support
Private Client Officer | Malta
GVZH Advocates is currently looking for a Private Client Officer to join the Private Clients practice team.
Job Purpose
The Private Client Officer will support the firm’s Private Clients practice by assisting high-net-worth individuals with their relocation and investment needs in Malta. The role involves coordinating client matters across legal and tax teams, liaising with local authorities, and ensuring all processes are handled with precision and discretion. The ideal candidate will combine strong organisational and communication skills with a proactive approach to client service, ensuring that the firm’s high standards of compliance and professionalism are consistently maintained.
Job duties and responsibilities
- Assist High-Net-Worth Individuals with relocating to Malta;
- Co-ordination of clients’ legal and tax queries with different practice groups;
- Liaise with local immigration and tax authorities on behalf of clients;
- Regularly updating the firm’s database;
- Develop required product knowledge for the programs offered by the Firm and keeping up to date with any amendments and informing the relevant stakeholders accordingly;
- Assist with the preparation of reports and projects as required.
Qualities
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar role;
- Ensuing compliance is met with highest standards;
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English;
- Knowledge of the Maltese tax system will be considered an advantage;
- Collaborative, smart, energetic, pro-active and a motivated individual;
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities and outstanding organisational skills
Interested candidates are kindly requested to submit their CV to hr@gvzh.mt.
Trustees
Client Accountant (Qualified & Part-Qualified) | Malta
Built on the principles of acumen, integrity and clarity, GVZH Trustees Limited is an independent trust company that is fully owned and controlled by GVZH Advocates and licensed by the Malta Financial Services Authority since 1998. The company is regulated in terms of the Trusts and Trustees Act to provide trustee and fiduciary services and a wide spectrum of company registration and secretarial services. We strongly believe that a knowledgeable and motivated team will help GVZH achieve its clients’ objectives. We are committed to enhance our human capital with the required mentoring, training, and above market salary and performance incentives
Job Purpose
The successful chosen candidate will form part of a dynamic team that handles a predominantly international clientele operating across a range of sectors as well as the firm’s private clients. The role is therefore ideal for someone who wishes to broaden their experience and take on a challenge.
Job duties and responsibilities
- Client financial and management accounting.
- Responsible for several clients in managing their monthly payroll, job plus applications and liaising with the SS Authorities.
- VAT returns and other related VAT compliance requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Actively studying ACCA or in possession of warrant
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, especially in English.
- Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook
Qualities
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Command of any other languages would be considered an asset
- Strong curiosity, analytical and critical thinking skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Candidates will be provided on the job training having excellent career growth prospects and an opportunity for continual professional development, together with an attractive remuneration and benefits package that is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Personal data provided by a candidate will be processed by the Organisation for the purposes of its recruitment process and in case of employment for the purposes of the employee’s relationship with the organisation.
Corporate Services Executive | Malta
GVZH Trustees Limited is currently looking for a Corporate Services Executive to join its Corporate & Trust Team.
Job Purpose
The Corporate Services Executive will be managing a portfolio of clients and will be responsible for the setting up and maintenance of a portfolio of client companies, trusts and foundations and ensuring that they are kept in good standing from a statutory, compliance, accounting, vat and tax perspective.
Job duties and responsibilities
- Acting as the point of contact for a portfolio of clients and handling client general requests on an on-going basis
- Handling the registration and incorporation process of a new company
- Handling various corporate transactions and other changes in companies, including the drafting of documentation and liaising with the Registry for registration
- Handling the preparation and submission of annual returns and BO forms
- Liaising with Tax and Customs and Banks to update the changes in companies
- Handling renewals of registrations as and when required
- Handling client billing and ensuring that all outstanding balances are settled
- Liaising with banks and financial institutions for the opening, maintenance and management of bank accounts
- Organising client board meetings, attending and recording meeting minutes as and when required
- Liaising with accountants to ensure that accounting, vat and tax records are maintained in terms of law
- Liaising with auditors to ensure that timely statutory audits are prepared and submitted to the relevant authorities
- Upkeep of corporate software, client database, files, company registers and other corporate good governance documentation
Requirements
- A good understanding of the Companies Act, Trusts and Trustees Act and Civil Code, including statutory record-keeping, and the compliance obligations impacting the administration of companies, trusts and foundations
- A good understanding in client on-boarding procedures in terms of applicable compliance legislation and ongoing monitoring of banking transactions
- Enthusiastic disposition and willingness to learn
- Good governance oriented
- Proven organisational and project management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Able to handle work and client pressures and work independently as part of a team
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar role
Qualifications and Experience
- In possession of a University Degree or a Diploma in a subject relating to business law, the law of business enterprises, banking or financial services
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Benefits
We offer unique career opportunities to our legal and support professionals, in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Support in Training & Development
We are committed to the continuous learning and development to enable our staff to develop individual skills.
Corporate Social Responsibility
We care about important social issues and try to give back to the community as much as we can.
Dynamic & Energetic Environment
Work within a young, supportive team of professionals and a dynamic, fast paced environment !
Work in the Heart of Valletta
The firm’s offices are situated right in the heart of Malta’s beautiful capital city, Valletta!
Social Committee
The firm’s social committee organises a range of social activities which all team members can join!
Health Insurance
GVZH offers health insurance as the team’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing is important to us.
