Junior Legal Counsel

Join COLIBRIX ONE – Innovating the Future of Payments 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 looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join the legal and compliance team of our Maltese entity, a licensed Electronic Money Institution. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented law graduate or early-career lawyer to start their career inside a regulated financial institution and gain hands-on experience that is hard to find at junior level. You will see first-hand how a licensed EMI operates, from contract management and corporate governance to regulatory compliance and data protection. Working closely with senior legal colleagues, you will support day-to-day legal operations and build a strong foundation in financial services and payments law. Responsibilities Draft and review agreements and client documentation under the guidance of senior colleagues Manage document signing, contract registers and legal archives Prepare corporate documents such as board resolutions and meeting minutes Support the Compliance team on AML/KYC and regulatory matters, including audits and regulator requests Assist the Data Protection Officer with GDPR tasks Monitor legal and regulatory developments and prepare short summaries for the team Coordinate with external law firms and consultants Handle other legal and administrative tasks as needed Requirements Law degree (LL.B., LL.D. or Master of Advocacy) or an equivalent qualification obtained in an EU jurisdiction Warrant to practise as an advocate in Malta, or progress towards obtaining one, will be considered an advantage Up to 2 years of post-qualification or relevant experience within a law firm, in-house legal function or compliance department. Recent graduates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply Sound understanding of contract law, company law and data protection legislation, including the GDPR Demonstrable interest in financial services regulation, in particular payment services and electronic money Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken Proficiency in additional languages will be considered an asset Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail Ability to prioritise effectively and work to strict deadlines Proactive approach, sound judgement and willingness to develop professionally Proficiency in MS Office. Familiarity with DocuSign or similar e-signature platforms will be considered an asset 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 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.