Commercial Legal Counsel

Dart Recruitment is seeking to recruit a Lawyer on behalf of a well-know and historical football club based in Larnaca. The club operates within a dynamic and highly regulated environment, requiring strong legal oversight, compliance management, and strategic legal support across its sporting and commercial activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who is looking to work within the sports industry while providing legal guidance on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and operational matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, sponsorship agreements, service agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and other legal documentation

• Provide legal advice and support to management on corporate, commercial, and operational matters

• Monitor changes in Cyprus legislation and ensure the club remains fully compliant with all applicable laws and regulations

• Identify potential legal and commercial risks and provide practical solutions to mitigate liabilities

• Support and participate in contract negotiations while protecting the club's legal and commercial interests

• Manage communication and represent the club before public authorities, registries, external law firms, and business partners

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and legal obligations

• Maintain accurate legal records, corporate documentation, and contractual files

• Review legal processes and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance and risk management practices

Candidate Profile

• Law Degree and membership with the Cyprus Bar Association

• 6-10 years of relevant experience within a law firm, corporate services provider, or an in-house legal department in Cyprus

• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and private agreements

• Strong knowledge and practical application of Cyprus laws, regulations, and legal frameworks

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Greek and English

• Ability to draft complex legal documents and conduct negotiations in both languages

• Experience monitoring legislative developments and ensuring organizational compliance with applicable laws and regulations

• Strong ability to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks while providing practical legal advice to management

• Experience liaising with public authorities, government departments, registries, law firms, and external business partners

• Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to identify potential liabilities and contractual risks

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously

• Professionalism, discretion, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality

What we offer

• Gross monthly salary of €2200 - €2,600

• 13th Salary

• Transportation Allowance

• Monday to Friday working schedule

• Working hours: 09:00 - 17:00

• Stable and professional working environment

• Opportunity to work within a well-established football organization

• Long-term career development and growth opportunities

Last but not least, at DART Recruitment 🎯 we are by your side every step of the way, offering support, guidance and complete confidentiality throughout your career journey.