We have an exciting opportunity in our Legal Department. We offer the opportunity to become part of a young performing team, in a stimulating working environment combining a friendly, casual atmosphere with cutting-edge technologies and a great diversity of tasks.
As a Legal Officer, you will be part of the Legal department. Among others, your tasks will typically be the following:
- Advise internal stakeholders on the legal aspects of the Bank’s projects, with emphasis on corporate law, corporate governance and ESG related topics;
- Assist in the preparation of the annual reports of our holding company such as the corporate governance report, remuneration report;
- Assist in the finalization of the documentation required for annual general meetings;
- Review, negotiate and draft contracts and/or any other documentation of the Bank;
- Assist your team leader in market compliance matters with respect to managing correspondence with strategic partners or authorities;
- Take care of litigation matters or complaints;
- Prepare legal research on banking & financial law and monitor regulatory changes;
- Draw up, implement and review internal reports, policies and procedures.
- Master degree in Swiss Law. Swiss bar exam is an asset;
- A first relevant experience of at least 2 years (e.g. as a jurist/lawyer in the Banking industry, in a Big 4 or a law firm with focus on corporate law);
- Excellent knowledge in French and English, working knowledge of German is an asset;
- Strong written and communication skills
- Adept at collaborative teamwork while maintaining autonomy
- Analytical and organized mind-set
- Strong and affirmed interest in corporate law, corporate governance and ESG
