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Job Description We seek a Head of Legal and Compliance to lead our licensing, legal structuring, and regulatory strategy across multiple jurisdictions. Ideal for a pragmatic legal expert with experience in offshore CFD brokerage licensing (Seychelles, Mauritius, etc.) and contract management. Responsibilities include legal drafting, regulatory compliance, and acting as a cross-functional problem solver. This is a critical role with the opportunity to shape the legal foundation of the company and lead the compliance function from the ground up. Responsibilities • Oversee offshore licensing and compliance (Seychelles, Mauritius, etc.). • Liaise with regulators, legal advisors, and corporate service providers. • Coordinate audits, filings, and regulatory checks. • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (clients, IBs, staff, service providers). • Advise CEO and teams on legal and regulatory matters. • Spot and resolve legal risks and compliance gaps. • Maintain internal policies aligned with legal and regulatory standards. • Organise external lawyers to handle corporate governance, secretarial duties, and documentation. • Build and scale legal and compliance operations. • Ensure effective KYC, AML, and data protection processes. • Support PSP, bank, and LP relationships from a legal/compliance side. Requirements • 5+ years of legal and/or compliance experience in the CFD industry is an absolute must. • Strong understanding of offshore regulatory frameworks, including Mauritius and Seychelles. • Proven experience drafting and managing commercial agreements. • Ability to think strategically and solve cross-functional legal challenges. • Track record of working with PSPs, banks, and regulators from a legal standpoint. • Law degree (LLB or equivalent); additional compliance certifications are a plus. • English - fluent, with Russian or Ukrainian - fluent. Interview stages • Interview with HR (1 hour) • Interview with HM (1,5 hours) • Final Interview (optional) Department Legal&Compliance Location Based in Cyprus Work format (hybrid) Employment type (full-time)