Title: Senior Legal Counsel
Start Date: November 2025
Duration: 3 months with the possibility of extension
Utilization: 100 %
Location: Preferred on-site in Switzerland, hybrid arrangements possible
Area: Legal
The Role
Our client is a multinational company in the quality assurance and testing sector with a strong footprint in regulated industries such as life sciences. To support its global legal operations during a period of increased activity we are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel. The role will focus on reviewing processing and standardizing Master Service Agreements (MSAs) particularly those related to laboratory services and clinical trials.
Key Responsibilities
* Review and process MSAs from multiple global regions
* Standardize contract templates into a concentrated group of contracting formats
* Provide legal advice on laboratory and clinical trial contracts
* Liaise with internal stakeholders across departments and regions
* Ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation across contractual agreements
Your Profile
* Qualified lawyer with 710 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
* Previous in-house or law firm experience in life sciences laboratory services or clinical trials
* Strong knowledge of contractual frameworks related to scientific services
* Experience working with international agreements across jurisdictions
* Able to work independently and manage a high-volume workload
* Comfortable working remotely and across time zones
* Fluent in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus but not required
How to Apply
Please submit your application via our Careers portal including a resume. Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates who are based in Switzerland with a valid Swiss work permit. For any queries please reach out to the team.
About Interim Legal
Interim Legal is a trusted Alternative Legal Services Provider (ALSP) based in Zurich, Switzerland. We help legal departments modernize their operating model while keeping the human element at its center. Specializing in various practice areas, our solutions encompass commercial and corporate law, healthcare and life sciences, financial services, technology, and compliance.
What We Offer
* A workplace that champions diversity and inclusivity
* Opportunities for continuous growth
* Exposure to a network of legal & compliance professionals and thought leaders in the legal industry
* A competitive salary range that reflects your experience and Swiss market standards
Interim Legal is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to creating an equitable workplace and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We believe in nurturing talent and are committed to the professional success of our team members.
Employment Type: Full Time
Vacancy: 1
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