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

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.

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

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.

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 Administrator will provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the compliance department. This role involves managing daily office tasks, coordinating communications, maintaining records, and assisting with project coordination, updating of software and filing. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting team objectives.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Assisting and supporting the Compliance and Onboarding Team;
• Handling of mail, coordinating delivery and receipts of couriers;
• Assisting the Compliance Team with data entry upkeep of software, client’s database and files;
• Scanning and naming of documents, photocopying, filing and general upkeep of files and records;
• Assisting with client due diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC) checks in line with AML regulations.
• Conducting risk assessments on new and existing clients.
• Carrying out screening on prospective or existing clients.
• Supporting the compliance team with the review and verification of identification documents, company structures, and source of wealth/funds.
• Supporting the compliance team in monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring firm-wide adherence to policies.
• Supporting with internal audits and regulatory reporting as required.
• Preparation and submission of various files;
• Taking on reception duties as and when required;
• Any other administrative tasks as may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in an administrative or office support role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, especially in English.
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook
• Able to meet deadlines and providing quality of service to clients
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

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 and professional demeanor.

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.

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

Job Purpose

As Office Administration, this role is to all the teams through out the organisation, with the tasks assigned to you. You will need to be efficient and effective as well as being able to work on your own initiative and within a team.

 Job duties and responsibilities

• Assisting the Teams;
• Handling of mail, coordinating delivery and receipt of couriers for the Teams;
• Assisting the Teams with data entry and upkeep of software, client database and files; • Assisting the Teams with scanning and naming of documents, photocopying, filing and general upkeep of files and records;
• Assisting the Team with daily administration of companies;
• Assisting the Teams with various corporate transactions, including drafting of documentation and liaising with relevant parties/authorities, coordinating signing of documents internally and externally;
• Assisting the Teams with preparation and submission of various filings;
• Liaising with lawyers, accountants, auditors and other service providers or authorities on behalf of the Team and the clients;
• Taking on reception duties as and when required;
• Any other administrative tasks as may be assigned by the Teams or management. Requirements
• Experience in a similar post would be regarded as an asset and applicants must be willing to learn and have a “can do” approach;
• Have an excellent command of written and spoken English with great telephone manner;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products;
• Great attention to detail and highly organised, proactive individual, capable of working on your own initiative whilst being a dedicated team player;
• Academic qualification is considered an asset,

Taking on reception duties as and when required.

 Qualifications and Experience

• A’ Level standard of Education;
• EU national;