As the Head of Legal & DPO, you will be critical in overseeing and managing all legal matters within the bank.
You will be responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to senior management and safeguarding the company's interests.
This position requires a deep understanding of Luxembourg's banking regulations and legal landscape and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support to the Authorized Managers, BoD, and stakeholders.
- Draft, review and negotiate various commercial and operational contracts about the activities of the Bank.
- Manage the ongoing regulatory approvals and corporate life of the Bank.
- Oversee the calendar of meetings and approvals, liaise with relevant functions on the drafting of ancillary documentation and drafting minutes, and keep the Bank’s registrations and entries in the public records up to date.
- Interact with the parent company and group companies as well as local stakeholders in the host countries on corporate governance affairs.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the Bank and proactively advise the company on potential impacts and necessary actions in close collaboration with Compliance.
- Continuously develop strong and trustworthy relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Stay updated on industry best practices through active participation in working groups and continuous networking.
- Act as local Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) in collaboration with Group DPO.
Requirements
- 10+ years as a legal professional in the banking industry, with a strong understanding of Luxembourg's legal and regulatory framework.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions.
- Perfect mastery of French and English is required.
Offer
- This role offers you the unique challenge of building a new Legal department that will look like you.
- Act as the responsible person for the overall legal strategy, leading the team and producing legal efforts.
- Achieve defined goals by acting as the legal ambassador of the bank and coordinating the evaluation, scheduling, and implementation of those projects.
- A remuneration package well in line with the market standards, and a concrete chance to have an impact on the daily life of the Bank.
By applying to Edward Mount vacancies your profile might also be considered for other roles if you have the necessary skills and experience.
