Senior Legal Counsel (m/f/d)
Michael Page Switzerland
Infos sur l'emploi
- Date de publication :19 septembre 2024
- Taux d'activité :100%
- Type de contrat :Durée indéterminée
- Lieu de travail :Zurich
Actively looking for a legal counsel with a strong knowledge of Swiss corporate and commercial law. This position requires the employee to be in Zurich two days per week and allows up to three days of remote work.
Our client is a leading company in the insurance industry.
Description
- Serve as the primary contact for all legal and compliance matters across multiple business units in Switzerland.
- Provide expert advice to the business and management teams on the impact of changes in Swiss legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Oversee and manage legal and compliance risks, including the handling of litigation and professional liability cases.
- Lead compliance initiatives, including training, policy development, and ensuring adherence to global standards. Coordinate with internal teams to implement necessary compliance measures.
- Address routine legal and compliance inquiries and support the negotiation of various client and commercial agreements.
- Oversee corporate legal matters and contribute to M&A transactions.
- Manage relationships with external legal counsel and ensure effective collaboration.
- Work closely with regional legal and compliance teams, as well as key functions such as Finance, Operations, and Data Protection within Switzerland.
Profile
- Swiss law degree - admission to the Swiss Bar is an asset.
- A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in the insurance or financial services sector, either in a law firm or in-house role.
- Fluency in German and French, with strong business-level English proficiency.
- Demonstrated professionalism and confidence, with a commercial mindset.
- Proactive, solution-driven approach with a strong focus on process and structure.
- Ability to work effectively within a cross-regional team environment.
- Proficient in using Office applications, including SharePoint.
Job Offer
Position that offers a variety of responsibilities and flexibility.
Contact
Michael Page Switzerland