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Gunay Mahmudova

Gunay Mahmudova

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

Accomplished legal professional with extensive experience at the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan, specializing in legislative drafting and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in leading legal teams and negotiating complex agreements, coupled with strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills. Committed to advancing legal frameworks in financial markets, especially FinTech, payment services and systems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Legal Support Division

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
05.2024 - Current
  • Led legal support in FinTech and payment systems
  • Drafted key financial legislation and regulatory policies
  • Represented the Bank in negotiations and legal harmonization processes

Senior Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
05.2023 - 05.2024

Lead Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
04.2021 - 05.2023

Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
01.2020 - 04.2021

Lawyer / Junior Lawyer / Specialist

Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FIMSA)
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Drafted legislation and represented FIMSA at Constitutional Court

Lawyer

National Revenues Department, Ministry of Taxes
12.2017 - 01.2018

Legal Specialist

State Housing Development Agency
10.2016 - 12.2017

Legal Intern

Baku Appeal Court
09.2014 - 12.2014

Education

LL.M - Maritime and Energy Law (English)

Baku State University
06.2018

LL.B - Law

Academy of Public Administration
06.2016

Golden Medal Graduate -

Elitar Gymnasium named after I.Afandiyev
05.2012

Skills

  • MS Office Suite
  • Legislative drafting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team leadership
  • Legal advisory services
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Legal technology adoption
  • Dispute resolution
  • Legal research and review
  • Legal drafting tools

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 11/04/94

Accomplishments

  • Speaker at International Banking Forums
  • Contributor to key draft laws in Azerbaijan
  • Involved in Decree No. 551 execution on restructuring personal loans
  • Representative at Constitutional Court hearings

Languages

Azerbaijani
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Head of Legal Support Division

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
05.2024 - Current

Senior Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
05.2023 - 05.2024

Lead Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
04.2021 - 05.2023

Legal Counsel

Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
01.2020 - 04.2021

Lawyer / Junior Lawyer / Specialist

Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FIMSA)
02.2018 - 01.2020

Lawyer

National Revenues Department, Ministry of Taxes
12.2017 - 01.2018

Legal Specialist

State Housing Development Agency
10.2016 - 12.2017

Legal Intern

Baku Appeal Court
09.2014 - 12.2014

LL.M - Maritime and Energy Law (English)

Baku State University

LL.B - Law

Academy of Public Administration

Golden Medal Graduate -

Elitar Gymnasium named after I.Afandiyev
Gunay Mahmudova