Russian-speaking Head of Legal & Compliance Executive (Hybrid model)   (VAC-J3432)

We are looking for a Russian-speaking Head of Legal & Compliance on a Hybrid model for a technology company based in Limassol.

The company has over 15 years of experience in trading and brokerage. Their team is driven by passion, innovation, and a commitment to creating groundbreaking tools that challenge conventions and push the boundaries of what’s possible in global markets.

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.

Budget : 
Salary will be looked at case by case with experience and industry exposure. 
Hybrid work schedule
Working permit for non-EU
Proper rest time of 24 annual leave days
Challenging and unique tasks in the FinTech field
Funding for gym memberships, fostering a healthy work-life balance
Working permit for non-EU Nationals can be offered 

Working hours :
9am-6pm (1 hour Lunch )
Hybrid model : 2 day at home/3 days at office. 

Interview stages :
Interview with HR (1 hour) Online
Interview with HM (1,5 hours) Online
Final Interview (optional) Face v Face

Department: Legal & Compliance
Location: Limassol, Cyprus 
Work format: Hybrid
Employment type: Full-time

TO APPLY for this job opportunity, send your CV (in English please) to [email protected] and include the reference:  Russian-speaking Head of Legal & Compliance Executive (Hybrid model) - VAC-J3432. We look forward to hearing from you!