The Dexia Group, a former banking group under orderly resolution since 2012, with its main establishments in Brussels and Paris and branches in Ireland, the United States and Rome, is looking for a junior legal specialist for its Rome branch. The junior legal specialist will be tasked with managing transactions and relationships with Italian public-sector institutions, including related disputes.
This post based in Rome is for a one-year contract. Depending on the opportunities available within the entity, a permanent contract could be considered after the one-year contract concludes.
Compensation will be commensurate with the past relevant experience that the candidate brings to the position.
The junior legal specialist will:
support the local legal counsel
in managing complex disputes involving the Italian and UK judicial authorities
in assessing the legal impacts of the activities carried out by the branch
provide internal reporting on status of disputes
prepare supporting documentation for the branch's decision‐making bodies and central bodies relating to matters within the branch's remit
help to ensure that all legal acts connected with the branch's activities are correct in both substance and form and are compliant with laws and regulations
Required:
Final Italian Law Degree from a reputable University; to have passed a bar examination is a plus
Past professional experience, preferably gained at a professional law practice or in a multinational company in a similar role in Italian Law is a plus
Sound knowledge of Italian administrative, civil and procedural law
Excellent Italian speaking and writing skills; Advanced proficiency in English (knowledge of French is a plus)
Ability to use legal databases and commonly used software suites
Strong analytical skills, clarity of thought and expression, strong negotiation and relationship management skills, a keen customer focus, strong problem‐solving abilities, and an ability to work in a team are also appreciated.
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