Legal counsel in the legal directorate

At UBB we share values ​such as trust, equity and inclusion, by taking the responsibility to our employees and to the society extremely seriously. We strive to be a role model by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration and by creating an environment where every employee feels heard and appreciated. At UBB we firmly believe that people are our greatest asset and the driving force for our company to pursue the excellence we have been striving for. The company is convinced that the ultimate goal must always be meaningful and in sync with our company core values. We will be happy if you would share your uniqueness and become part of our team, where together to be First!
Currently we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join the great team of our Legal Directorate and who will have the following:

Main responsibilities of the position:

• Provides legal opinions related to bank loans, trade finance and factoring deals to corporate clients of the Bank
• Elaborates and coordinates agreements and annexes, including General Terms and Conditions related to corporate loans, trade finance and factoring deals.
• Drafts and coordinates different collateral agreements related to deals with corporate clients: mortgages, pledges etc. and their registration, renewal, deregistration
• Participates in the monitoring of the national and European legislation and court practise relevant for the serviced activities of the Bank

Competences we look for:

• Higher education in Law – Master’s degree with acquired legal capacity.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken, including legal English
• Very good legal literacy – knowledge in the field of corporate, commercial law, civil and real estate law,
• Ability to analyse facts and legal issues under different cases, as well as application of appropriate legal methods in the run of court proceedings in order to ensure the best possible protection for the Bank
• Very good computer literacy, MS Office skills and quick mastering of various internal systems
• Ability to work effectively in a team, good communication and initiative-taking skills, responsible attitude towards the assignments.

You will find:

• Excellent opportunities for professional and career development in one of the leading banks in Bulgaria
• Competitive remuneration
• Various opportunities for learning and further development of the professional skills and competences
• Preferences for the bank products and services
• Additional health insurance
• Life/Accident Insurance
• Food vouchers – 100 BGN
• Referral program
• Additional bonus for important life events
• Hybrid working model and flexible working time (for the employees in Head Office)
• 25 days annual paid leave
• Sport card
• Participation in a solidarity fund which helps employees and their families when necessary

Share your future with us!
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