Head of Legal

FD FINMAK DOO is a leading fintech company in the region, providing a scope of financial services, including short term and personal loans. Based on the proven experience and achievements in the industry with headquarters in Skopje the company aims to offer microfinance services to private individuals with the simplest, quickest and most convenient borrowing process for the customer.

We are looking forward to meeting our future colleague, and we truly believe that you will be a very valuable team member who will bring new professional competencies to our company. Join us as: 

Head of Legal

As the Head of Legal at Eleving Consumer Finance North Macedonian subsidiary, you will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance, risk management, and providing strategic legal counsel to support the organization's objectives. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the company and the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) of Eleving Consumer Finance, your responsibilities will encompass a broad range of legal functions essential to the company's operations in North Macedonia.

Scope of Responsibilities:

1. Legal Strategy Development: Assessment and management of legal risks associated with business activities and operations.
2. Compliance Management: In cooperation with the company’s compliance team, facilitate compliance of the company's operations with the requirements of local regulatory acts. Monitor changes in the legal landscape and proactively communicate relevant legislative initiatives with the company’s management and the group.
3. Contract Management: Oversee contract negotiation, drafting, and review for various agreements, including vendor contracts, employment contracts, and more. Ensure that contracts protect FINMAK’s interests and adhere to legal standards.
4. Corporate Governance: Manage corporate governance matters, including board meetings, shareholder relations, and statutory compliance. Ensure that company’s corporate structure complies with local laws and regulations.
5. Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Manage or oversee litigation matters, if any, working closely with external legal counsel. Develop strategies for dispute resolution and risk mitigation.
6. Intellectual Property Protection: Safeguard Company's intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Manage trademark registrations and IP-related agreements.
7. Data Privacy and Security: Ensure compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR), including managing data privacy policies, data breach response plans, and employee training on data protection best practices.
8. Regulatory Affairs: In cooperation with the company’s compliance team liaise with regulatory authorities and industry-specific bodies as required. Stay informed about changes in regulatory requirements that impact company's operations.
9. Employment Law: Provide legal guidance on employment matters, including labor law compliance, employment contracts, terminations, and employee relations issues.
10. Legal Team Management: Lead and manage a legal team, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
11. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other departments within the company and Eleving Consumer Finance, including finance, HR, and operations, to provide legal support and guidance as needed.
12. External Relationships: Manage relationships with external legal counsel, auditors, and other relevant service providers, ensuring efficient and cost-effective services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in law.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong knowledge of Macedonian corporate and commercial law, as well as non-bank lending legal frameworks.
• Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice in a corporate environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

The Company will provide: 

• Competitive salary;
• Bi-annual bonus;
• Private health insurance
• Opportunities for further development,
• The chance to get international business experience;
• Top of the line technology for professional usage;
• Modern facilities;
• Wellness programs and discount benefits constantly updated by HR department; 

The Head of Legal position at the company within the Eleving Consumer Finance offers a dynamic and challenging opportunity to contribute to the legal success of the company while ensuring its compliance and protection in a competitive and evolving business environment. You will have the chance to work closely with senior leadership and be an integral part of company’s growth and success in North Macedonia.

If you think you are a real candidate who strives in legal, please send your CV in English using the Apply option.

The selection will be made in accordance with the conditions and deadlines in the Law on Labour Relations. FD FINMAK DOO reserves the right not to select any candidate.

Upon application, the candidate agrees that his / her personal data listed in the CV and cover letter should be stored in the database and processed by FD FINMAK DOO within 1 year from the date of expiration of the selection deadline. The candidate has the right at any time to withdraw the given consent for storage and processing of his personal data in accordance with the Law on Personal Data Protection.

The company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity   employer.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted for interview.