Legal Counsel

A distinguished opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel to join a highly esteemed organisation for a fixed-term contract of 10 to 12 months in Geneva.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to senior leadership and across multiple juridictions, ensuring scrupulous adherence to all pertinent laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts as well as other legal instruments to safeguard the organisation’s interests whilst cultivating constructive relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Support internal teams by elucidating complex legal issues in clear, accessible terms, thereby enabling informed decision-making throughout the organisation.
• Monitor legislative developments and regulatory changes relevant to the organisation’s undertakings, proactively advising on requisite adjustments or risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with external counsel when necessary, managing these relationships to ensure exemplary service delivery and prudent cost management.
• Assist in formulating internal policies and procedures that foster compliance, ethical conduct, and best practices across the organisation.
• Participate in cross-functional projects as a trusted advisor, imparting legal insight that advances organisational aims and encourages interdepartmental cooperation.
• Address disputes or potential litigation matters with discretion and professionalism, striving for resolutions that are consonant with both legal obligations and organisational values.

Requirements:

• Law degree accompanied by admission to practise law in Switzerland or another relevant jurisdiction is essential for this appointment.
• Demonstrable experience serving as Legal Counsel or in a comparable capacity within a corporate or commercial context is highly desirable.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
• Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex contractual arrangements with meticulous attention to detail whilst maintaining positive stakeholder relations.
• Comprehensive understanding of Swiss law as well as international regulations pertinent to cross-border transactions or multinational entities.
• A collaborative disposition complemented by exemplary interpersonal skills enabling you to cultivate trust-based relationships at all levels within the organisation.
• Sound judgement coupled with the capacity to analyse complex scenarios sensitively and provide pragmatic solutions aligned with organisational imperatives.
• Commitment to ongoing learning through active participation in training programmes or professional development initiatives.