TITLE
Legal Counsel
START DATE
January 2025
DURATION
Permanent
UTILIZATION
100%
LOCATION(S)
Zug, Switzerland (hybrid)
AREA
Legal
THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Asset Management Legal Counsel to join a boutique asset manager in Switzerland. The candidate will report to the Head of Legal and assist in all aspects of daily business. The successful candidate will engage with global and regional stakeholders across various countries. Proficiency in English and German is required for this role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support the Head of Legal in all legal and regulatory matters within relevant business areas (including collective assets, mandate solutions, and structured products) in both national and international contexts.
2. Assist in the development and lifecycle management of investment solutions from a legal and regulatory standpoint.
3. Help draft various contracts, including fund contracts, investment management agreements, distribution contracts, and private placement memoranda.
4. Prepare and support approval processes for financial products and institutions with supervisory authorities in Switzerland and internationally.
5. Monitor and fulfill regulatory reporting and updating obligations with supervisory authorities and external partners.
6. Stay informed on regulatory developments relevant to Swiss and European legislation (e.g., CISA, FinSA, FinIA, UCITS, AIFMD).
7. Aid in auditing and monitoring counterparties, as well as onboarding asset managers and distribution partners.
8. Manage contracts in both internal and external systems.
YOUR PROFILE
9. Bachelor's or Master's degree in law.
10. Approximately 2-6 years of professional experience in the financial services sector.
11. Relevant experience in fund or asset management preferred.
12. Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with proven problem-solving abilities.
13. Ability to work independently with precision and reliability.
14. High performance orientation, willingness to learn, and resilience.
15. Flexible, communicative, and trustworthy, with a strong team spirit and comfort interacting with clients, regulators, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
16. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
17. Excellent written and spoken skills in German and English.
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
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:
18. A workplace that champions diversity and inclusivity
19. Opportunities for continuous growth
20. Exposure to a network of legal & compliance professionals and thought leaders in the legal industry
21. 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.