Legal Counsel

At COLIBRIX ONE*, we’re building advanced, AI-powered payment technologies that support Payment Service Providers (PSPs), Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs), and neobanks across the EU and the UK. As a fully licensed Electronic Money Institution (FCA Reference No. 927920) and holder of a Financial Institution Licence issued by the MFSA, as well as a principal member of both VISA and Mastercard, we provide comprehensive, real-world financial solutions that include:

• Global card processing
• Digital wallet infrastructure
• Cross-border merchant accounts
• Alternative payment methods (APMs)
• Corporate accounts for legal entities

We’re a fast-growing team with a passion for innovation, security, and scalability. Our culture values curiosity, collaboration, and impact - and we’re looking for talented professionals who are ready to shape the future of fintech.

At COLIBRIX ONE, your work directly powers the digital economy. If you're eager to solve meaningful challenges and build with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join our growing legal and compliance function in Malta. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented, and business-minded professional to manage a wide range of legal matters, including contract management, corporate governance, compliance, and data protection.

You will act as a trusted advisor to management and internal teams, ensuring that the group’s operations align with applicable legislation, internal policies, and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with external counterparties (suppliers, partners, financial institutions, IT vendors, marketing agencies, etc.) for Colibrix group companies in Malta.
• Ensure contractual terms comply with applicable laws, internal policies, and company interests.
• Manage the document execution process via DocuSign or other e-signature tools (agreements, board resolutions, internal approvals).
• Review and update company Terms & Conditions, client agreements, and other onboarding-related documentation.
• Support the Client Relations and Compliance teams with legal input on AML/KYC and regulatory matters.

2. Corporate Governance

• Prepare and maintain corporate records, including board and shareholder resolutions, articles of association, registers of directors/shareholders, and meeting minutes.
• Draft and coordinate internal policies and procedures, maintaining a centralised register and archive.
• Collaborate with corporate secretaries to update legal databases, contract registers, and correspondence archives.
• Ensure proper management, confidentiality, and secure storage of corporate documentation.

3. Compliance and Data Protection

• Act as the Data Protection Officer (DPO), maintaining privacy policies, GDPR procedures, and internal training programmes.
• Support the Compliance team in interpreting new regulations and updating internal policies accordingly.
• Provide legal support for internal risk management, memos, and procedural documentation.

4. Internal Legal Support

• Review and advise on internal documentation such as employment agreements, service contracts, and intercompany agreements.
• Provide guidance to internal teams on matters of corporate governance, data protection, IP rights, and employment law.
• Assist in coordinating audits, inspections, and regulatory requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

5. Legislative Monitoring and External Liaison

• Monitor and analyse legal and regulatory developments relevant to the Group’s operations.
• Coordinate with external law firms and consultants on complex legal and regulatory issues.

Requirements

• Degree in Law; qualification to practice in an EU jurisdiction preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience in a corporate or in-house legal role, ideally in financial services, payments, or technology.
• Strong understanding of contract law, corporate governance, GDPR, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of fintech solutions within a growing international company.
• Collaborative and transparent team culture that values your expertise and ideas.
• Continuous professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Hybrid work flexibility and a modern, dynamic work environment in Malta.

*Employment will be offered by Mellifera Kartiera Limited, registration number C107685, legal address: Villa Malitah, Mediterranean Street, The Village, St. Julians, STJ 1870, Malta, which is part of the group of companies operating under the COLIBRIX ONE brand. COLIBRIX ONE is a brand representing a group of legal entities, including Mellifera Kartiera Limited, Colibrix Limited, and Mellifera Operations Limited. While this position is offered within Mellifera Kartiera Limited, the employer reserves the right to offer employment through another legal entity within the group.