26/01/2026
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Senior Lawyer – Commercial & Compliance
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
Law Firm: Murgova & Partners Attorneys-at-law
About the Firm
Murgova & Partners is a leading Bulgarian law firm with an established reputation on both the domestic and international legal markets. We provide high-quality, integrated legal services with a strong focus on commercial and corporate law, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, real estate and construction law, transport law and dispute resolution.
The firm has been consistently recommended by The Legal 500 for eight consecutive years and was awarded Law Firm of the Year (2019) at the National Justice Awards. Our clients include prominent Bulgarian companies, public institutions, and major international corporations.
Our mission: Loving the law, we serve our clients.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Lawyer to join our team, with a primary focus on commercial law and compliance.
Experience in intellectual property, litigation, or dispute resolution under civil and commercial cases is considered a desirable additional skill.
This is a senior role for a self-driven, proactive, and commercially minded lawyer who is comfortable taking ownership of matters, advising clients independently, and contributing to the development of the firm’s practice. The role offers significant responsibility, direct client exposure, and involvement in complex, high-value legal work.
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Key Responsibilities
• Advising clients on a broad range of commercial and contract law matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements;
• Providing strategic legal advice on regulatory and compliance issues, including ongoing compliance frameworks and risk assessment;
• Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor to domestic and international clients;
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate;
• Working closely with partners on complex mandates and contributing to the development of internal know-how and best practices.
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Candidate Profile
Professional Requirements
• Master’s degree in Law;
• Admitted to the Bar and registered with a Bulgarian Bar Association;
• Substantial professional experience as a lawyer and/or in-house counsel, with solid expertise in:
o Commercial and contract law;
o Compliance and regulatory matters;
o Intellectual property (experience in real estate and litigation is an advantage);
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; additional foreign languages are an asset;
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills;
• Confident user of legal research and information systems.
Personal Qualities / Who You Are
• Highly proactive, self-driven, and initiative-oriented;
• Able to work independently and take ownership of legal matters;
• Strong commercial awareness and solution-oriented approach;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities;
• High professional integrity, discretion, and reliability;
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude;
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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What We Offer
• Competitive remuneration, aligned with seniority and experience;
• A professional, intellectually stimulating environment with high-quality legal work;
• Direct exposure to sophisticated clients and complex cross-border matters;
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth, increased autonomy, and leadership development;
• Flexible working hours;
• Modern office in the centre of Sofia;
• A collegial and respectful team culture built on professionalism and trust.
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Application Process
To apply, please submit the following documents by 12.02.2026:
• CV;
• Cover letter outlining your motivation to join Murgova & Partners and your suitability for a senior role.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Personal data will be processed in full compliance with GDPR and applicable data protection legislation. Further information is available in our Privacy Policy at www.murgova.com.