Legal Counsel - Construction & Real Estate

For our client, a leading international group operating in the construction and real estate sector, we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join its legal team in Geneva. In this role, you will act as a key legal partner to the business, providing strategic and operational legal advice on complex construction projects, real estate transactions and commercial matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a Swiss-qualified lawyer who enjoys working closely with operational teams, taking ownership of challenging legal matters and delivering pragmatic, commercially oriented solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice to operational teams on construction law, real estate law, tenancy law and related commercial matters.

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including real estate purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, service agreements and project development contracts.

• Independently manage complex legal matters and disputes relating to construction and real estate projects.

• Lead contractual negotiations and advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and commercially viable solutions.

• Represent the company before courts and administrative authorities.

• Coordinate and manage external legal counsel.

• Provide legal guidance on compliance-related matters and contribute to the effective management of legal and regulatory risks.

Your Profile

• Swiss law degree and Swiss Bar admission.

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience gained in private practice or an in-house legal function, with solid exposure to Swiss construction and real estate law. More experienced candidates are equally encouraged to apply.

• Strong knowledge of Swiss construction, real estate and contract law, with the ability to independently handle complex legal matters.

• Excellent negotiation skills, sound judgement and the confidence to advise and challenge stakeholders at different levels.

• Commercially minded, pragmatic and solution-oriented, with the ability to assess legal issues in their broader business context.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, combined with a collaborative and proactive working style.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work accurately under pressure in a dynamic environment.

• Native-level French and very good English; German is an advantage.

What's on Offer

• A varied and challenging in-house legal role within an established international construction and real estate group.

• Direct involvement in significant construction projects and real estate transactions.

• A collaborative, multicultural working environment with close interaction with operational and senior management teams.

• A modern workplace and flexible working arrangements, including up to 40% remote working.

• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.

• Attractive employment conditions, including generous annual leave, pension benefits and additional employee benefits.

Interested?

If you are a Swiss-qualified lawyer with experience in construction and real estate law and are looking for a business-oriented in-house opportunity in Geneva, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please apply through Robert Walters or contact us for a confidential discussion.