Legal Adviser / Compliance Specialist

Location: Limassol, Cyprus Spotware is looking for a Legal Adviser / Compliance Specialist to join our Legal Department and support legal and compliance matters across an expanding group operating in fintech and financial services. This role combines commercial legal work with hands-on compliance support. You will work on contracts, corporate matters, counterparty due diligence, data protection, ICT, and regulatory requirements, supporting businesses across technology and brokerage activities in the EU and other jurisdictions. Requirements A degree in Law. Relevant legal experience at a mid-level, typically 3-5 years, gained in-house or within a law firm. Practical experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements. Hands-on experience with compliance, KYC/AML and counterparty due diligence. Working knowledge of GDPR and practical experience applying it in a commercial or regulated environment. Experience researching regulatory requirements and applying them to business situations. Strong written and spoken English, including the ability to draft clear legal documents and communicate advice effectively. Ability to independently manage routine legal and compliance matters, prioritise competing requests and recognise when escalation is needed. Strong attention to detail, sound judgement and a practical approach to resolving issues. Experience in fintech, financial services, brokerage or a technology business serving financial institutions. Responsibilities Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including service, technology, licensing, SaaS, supplier and partnership and data processing agreements. Support the review of ICT and outsourcing arrangements, and assist with related documentation for regulated group entities and financial-institution clients. Provide day-to-day legal advice to internal teams, identifying risks and proposing practical solutions. Support corporate matters across group entities, including corporate records, resolutions and coordination with external corporate service providers. Conduct KYC/AML and counterparty due diligence, including ownership structure reviews, beneficial ownership verification and sanctions screening, escalating concerns where appropriate. Research legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the group’s activities and help translate findings into practical actions. Assist with licensing matters, regulatory requests and the preparation of supporting documents in coordination with senior colleagues, relevant compliance teams and external advisers. Draft and update internal policies, procedures and compliance documentation. Support the integration of new group entities by reviewing existing agreements, corporate documentation and compliance processes, and helping align them with group standards. Coordinate with external legal advisers and track ongoing matters, deadlines and required follow-up. Nice to have Familiarity with the regulatory environment for Cyprus or EU investment firms. Experience supporting multiple legal entities or businesses operating across jurisdictions. Exposure to licensing applications, regulatory submissions or communications with regulators. Experience supporting acquisitions, legal due diligence or post-acquisition integration. A relevant AML or compliance qualification. Benefits Competitive salary. Private medical insurance. Relocation support (if applicable), including an entry permit, relocation bonus, flight tickets, and airport pickup. Support with settling into life in Cyprus, including accommodation, banking, healthcare, and everyday guidance. Comfortable office environment with fresh fruit every day, treats or pizza on Wednesdays, and snack day on Fridays. Fair remuneration based on your experience, skills, and level of responsibility. Welcome Baby Bonus and Baby Box. Birthday voucher. Partial compensation for sports activities and wellness initiatives. Greek language classes.