Associate legal counsel (Litigation)

Description:

Plus500 is looking for an Associate Legal Counsel with extensive experience in Litigation to join the Business Development team. 

Plus500 Ltd., a global fintech group that was founded in 2008 and is listed on the London Stock Exchange with a market cap of approx USD 3.5 billion and included within the FTSE250 index. At the heart of our business is our fully-owned and proprietary technology, which powers our trading platforms on OTC, share dealing, and Futures trading. The Group operates in more than 60 countries and retains operating licenses in the United Kingdom, Australia, Cyprus, Israel, New Zealand, South Africa, Singapore, Seychelles, the United States, Estonia, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, and Canada.

The Business Development team is responsible for leading strategic initiatives across the Group, including the establishment of new global operations, pursuing potential growth opportunities, and supporting the expansion of the company’s international footprint. The team works closely with senior management and multiple functions across the organization to support both short- and long-term strategic initiatives.

This role combines litigation-related responsibilities with strategic business development work. The Business Development Analyst will support the management of litigation matters across the Group, while also contributing to business development initiatives, including M&A projects, risk management processes, regulatory matters, and the establishment of new operations in additional jurisdictions. The role involves close collaboration with senior stakeholders across the Group and with external legal counsels and other advisors worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the management of litigation matters involving the Group a, including working with external legal counsels across multiple jurisdictions;
• Reviewing legal claims and court filings, analyzing litigation risks, and assisting in preparing the Group's position;
• Coordinating with external law firms and advisors internationally in relation to ongoing legal proceedings;
• Providing legal and regulatory support to the Group on various matters, including coordination with internal teams such as Compliance;
• Participating in strategic business initiatives, including acquisitions, the establishment of new entities, and the expansion into additional jurisdictions;
• Assisting in cross-functional projects involving regulatory, legal, and operational aspects of the Group’s global activities;
• Preparing management materials, internal analyses, and summaries for senior management.

• LL.B. degree from a leading university;
• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years of experience, primarily in international and cross-border litigation, from a top-tier law firm;
• Preference for candidates with prior in-house legal counsel experience at an international company.
• Proven experience advising on international legal matters and representing foreign or multinational companies;
• Strong analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Fluent English, with excellent written and verbal communication;
• Additional background in business-related fields, such as MBA, Economics, or Finance – an advantage.