Legal Counsel

Corporate Services · Athens · Hybrid

Legal Counsel
Join our Great Place to Work certified FinTech company We're seeking a passionate Legal Counsel to drive excellence in commercial and capital markets law and regulatory compliance within our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established FinTech company, Great Place to Work certified, where finance, technology, and the dynamic Legal, Regulatory and Compliance team of the Athens Stock Exchange drive excellence in legal and regulatory activities. We seek to employ a passionate Legal Counsel to join our innovative team, focusing on providing comprehensive legal support to Group companies in commercial contracts, capital markets law, and regulatory compliance matters.

The Legal Counsel will participate in the activities of the Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Division, collaborate with its other legal counsels and executives, and assume responsibility for specific projects assigned to them with limited supervision.

The role reports to the General Counsel, Chief Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Officer, Deputy Chief Officer.

Key Accountabilities

• Drawing up and reviewing contracts, terms and conditions, applications, and other legal documentation about licensed and non-licensed services provided by Group companies
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating comprehensive commercial agreements between Group companies and their clients, third-party service providers and suppliers
• Providing strategic legal advice to business units on regulatory compliance matters to minimize legal and compliance risks for Group companies during product development and service delivery
• Contributing to the drafting and revision of the Rulebooks and delegated Board of Directors' Resolutions that define the operational framework and service delivery methodologies across the Group
• Monitoring and analyzing developments in legal and regulatory frameworks (including MiFID II, BMR, EMIR, CSDR, SRD II, MAR, Law 4706/2020, etc.) and ensuring ongoing compliance with them
• Preparing, revising, and overseeing the implementation of regulations, policies, procedures, and adaptation measures to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Coordinating and managing litigation matters involving Group companies
• Maintaining liaison with the Hellenic Capital Markets Commission and other competent regulatory authorities for providing clarifications, submitting reports or applications, and addressing matters concerning Group company operations and market management activities

Knowledge and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) from an accredited university and Master's degree (LL.M.) in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Capital Markets Law, Financial Regulation, or related field preferred
• At least 6 years of professional experience with specialization in commercial contracts, capital markets law, financial law, and regulatory compliance matters in a listed or supervised company, or in a law firm or consulting firm
• Demonstrated expertise in comprehending, analyzing, and interpreting complex regulatory frameworks and legislative texts
• Fluent in Greek and excellent command of English

Skills & Competences

• Advanced analytical and synthesis capabilities for developing comprehensive regulations, policies, and procedures within complex regulatory frameworks
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related business applications
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams and lead regulatory initiatives
• Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality standards
• Fulfilled military obligations (for men)

What we offer

At Athens Exchange Group, we highly value our employees and provide them with a work environment that fosters creativity and personal growth. Our compensation and benefits scheme is designed to support our employees and their families, and it includes:

• Hybrid working model
• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance
• Retirement savings plan, according to company policy
• Private health & life insurance with free inclusion of family members
• Family benefits (Kindergarten and summer camp allowance, Christmas gifts, increased parental leave, etc.)
• Subsidized meals in the company restaurant
• Access to online training platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, Pluralsight & continuous learning opportunities
• 24/7 employee assistance program
• Participation in company sports activities (e.g., soccer, basketball, beach volleyball, pilates)

ATHEXGROUP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, race, nationality or origin, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Department

Corporate Services

Role

Legal, Regulatory & Compliance

Locations

Athens

Remote status

Hybrid

Employment type

Full-time

Life at ATHEXGroup

• Gender Equality & Work-life Balance
  

We are among the first 18 companies in Greece that have received the SHARE Gender Equality label, reflecting the active promotion of practices within the workplace aimed at supporting gender equality and work life balance.
- ### Benefits

We are dedicated to supporting the emotional, physical, financial, and societal wellbeing of our employees. Our benefits are a key part of this commitment and we offer colleagues a range of support from healthcare and pension planning to family benefits, sports and other wellbeing activities.
- ### Personal Growth

Life at ATHEXGroup includes a range of learning and development opportunities that inspire colleagues to grow personally and professionally. Based on the 70/20/10 Learning Principle, where 70% of development happens on the job, 20% through coaching & mentoring and 10% by formal training, we offer a mixture of online, classroom or peer learning programs.
- ### Diversity, Inclusion & Equal employment opportunities

We are committed to maintaining a work environment that fosters respect and values diversity, equality and inclusion.

It is our aim to attract, retain and motivate employees from different backgrounds and perspectives.

About ATHEXGROUP

The Athens Exchange Group operates the Greek Capital Market, offering trading services for equities, derivatives, and bonds, performing clearing and settlement services and maintaining the registry of securities, in full alignment with international practices and the European regulatory framework.

Founded in 1876

Co-workers 250

Corporate Services · Athens · Hybrid

Legal Counsel
Join our Great Place to Work certified FinTech company We're seeking a passionate Legal Counsel to drive excellence in commercial and capital markets law and regulatory compliance within our team.

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