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EY Law professional specialized Banking Finance Transactions 
Greece, Attica, Athens 
772870058

07.07.2024

Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership is part of the EY Law network, which operates in 90+ countries globally and is comprised of 3500 people. Our purpose is to build a better working world for our clients, our people and our communities. Because the better business works, the better the world works. With us, you‘ll build a legacy. You’ll grow your skillset, and expand your mindset. You’ll focus your intelligence and imagination on the most crucial, complex legal issues facing business, government and society today.

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We are currently seeking for a Law professional, specialized in Banking & Finance, to support our Legal team and help our clients in law projects at different industry sectors. Actively establish internal and external relationships. Anticipate and identify risks within engagements and raise any issues. You will also keep informed of professional standards and firm policies and procedures and effectively apply this knowledge to different client situations.

In return, you can expect leading - class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You will be given all the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us.

Your key responsibilities

Everything you will do will come back to providing special legal activities for our clients. Colleagues and clients from a diverse array of backgrounds will look to you first for answers, so you will be a high-profile contact when it comes to resolving complex issues. As you build your knowledge and experience, you will become a legal advisor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions that will impact entire industries and develop your career within a global organization.

Skills and attributes for success

  • Encouraging an efficient, innovative and team-oriented working environment by maintaining cooperative relationships and positive attitudes that lead to open communications and sharing of information
  • Communication:Integrating with and influence clients from a varying range of organizations, as part of a diverse and highly driven team with a creative vision and the confidence to make it happen
  • Attention to Detail:Illustrating critical thinking, professionalism, high level of self-motivation and ability to work in a multi-tasking and results-oriented working environment with keen attention to high quality and details
  • Tech-Oriented:

To qualify for the role you must have

  • 1-2 years professional law working experience in Banking & Regulatory (said working experience excludes internship period)
  • a broad understanding of financial regulatory issues and issues affecting the banking sector
  • knowledge/familiarization with PSD2, MIFID ii, CRD, AML Directive and in general banking and financial regulations (incl. digital banking, payment services etc)
  • willingness to embrace a new challenge, in a non-traditional legal services environment
  • strong academic record including degree (bachelor) in Law from a Greek university
  • LLM in Banking & Finance (preferably from a top ranked university)
  • substantial MS office knowledge
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English
  • excellent communication and prioritization skills
  • strong teamwork and project management skills
  • results-oriented approach with keen attention to high quality, details and accuracy
  • self-motivation and desire to exceed expectations

Ideally, you’ll also have

  • prior experience in a banking or financial compliance/regulatory department;

What’s in it for you

  • Competitive remuneration package:You’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Depending on your experience, our comprehensive rewards package includes benefits that suit your needs including cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health insurance scheme, life insurance, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
  • Flexible working arrangements:We operate under a hybrid working model, which is defined based on both your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy our summers with short Fridays.
  • Personalized learning experience and career development:Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs. We provide free and unlimited access to educational platforms and EY Badges, support certifications, and provide coaching and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process, all of which can lead to a meaningful impact and success as defined by you.
  • Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
  • International Experience:Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
  • Above all, you will be working in one of the most recognized employers in Greece, as we have been awarded the Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women awards for 2024.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.