Ph3Legal Counsel Securities Finance and Collateral (Hybrid; m/f/x/d; 80-100%) /h3 pAre you a sharp, commercially minded legal professional with deep expertise in financial markets and collateral? This is your opportunity to take on a high‑impact role at the heart of Swiss Re's Capital Markets Legal function — advising on complex, multi‑jurisdictional matters and shaping the legal framework for one of the world's leading reinsurance groups. /p h3About the Role /h3 pAs Legal Counsel for Securities Finance and Collateral, you will be a trusted legal advisor embedded in a dynamic and internationally connected team. You will provide expert legal counsel to Swiss Re Group and its various Business Units, translating complex business requirements into clear legal processes and actionable guidance. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of law, finance, and regulation — with real visibility at senior levels of the organisation. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liManage day‑to‑day legal matters related to collateral trading and management, including drafting and negotiating master agreements for Securities Financing Transactions (SFTs), triparty collateral agreements, trade confirmations, security agreements, and bespoke collateral arrangements. /li liAdvise on financial markets regulations, with a particular focus on the Swiss regulatory landscape, ensuring Swiss Re remains compliant with evolving legal and regulatory requirements. /li liConduct legal and regulatory risk gap assessments and provide timely, well‑reasoned legal opinions on operational and legal risks. /li liDraft and review legal policies and guidelines, ensuring they reflect current regulatory requirements and best practices. /li liCollaborate closely with Compliance, Credit Risk, Finance, and Asset Management stakeholders to deliver integrated, commercially sound legal solutions. /li liEngage with market associations such as ICMA and ISLA, representing Swiss Re's interests and staying ahead of industry developments. /li liProvide periodic updates to Senior Management, Internal Audit, and relevant Committees on legal developments and risk matters. /li liCoordinate with the governance team for regulatory filings and reporting obligations. /li liEscalate material issues appropriately to the Head of Global Collateral and the Head of Capital Markets, Finance – Legal. /li liLead and support group‑wide internal projects and contribute to broader Legal Compliance initiatives. /li liLiaise and collaborate with peers across other branches of the legal department, fostering knowledge sharing and consistency. /li /ul h3About the Team /h3 pBased in Zurich, you will report to the Head of Capital Markets Finance Legal and join a team of seven talented legal professionals. The team is truly international in character, with members based across Zurich and London, bringing a rich diversity of qualifications, backgrounds, and legal expertise. The team operates in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment, advising on some of the most complex and high‑profile matters within Swiss Re's legal function. You will have regular interactions with the General Counsel Corporate Center Group Functions, the Group Treasurer, the Head of Risk Short‑Term Funding, and Swiss Re Senior Management. /p h3About You /h3 pYou are a confident, intellectually curious legal professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, international environment. You bring sound legal judgement that goes beyond the letter of the law — you understand the business context, communicate complex concepts with clarity, and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation. You are open, collaborative, and willing to share your knowledge and perspective, while remaining receptive to challenge and committed to continuous learning. /p h3Requirements /h3 ul liLaw degree with honours and admission to practice, with a Swiss legal qualification required; an additional US or UK qualification is strongly preferred. /li liMinimum 8 years of significant international legal experience in securities lending, repo, and ideally derivatives businesses, gained at a renowned financial services institution and/or a top‑tier law firm. /li liStrong experience in complex, multi‑jurisdictional legal matters, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality legal advice under pressure. /li liFluency in English and German (written and spoken). /li liProven expertise in drafting and negotiating financial market agreements, including GMRA, GMSLA, CSA, and related documentation. /li /ul h3Nice to Haves /h3 ul liExperience interacting with or representing organisations at market associations such as ICMA or ISLA. /li liFamiliarity with Swiss Re's business model or the broader reinsurance/insurance industry. /li liExperience advising on regulatory filings and liaising with financial regulators. /li liDemonstrated ability to lead internal legal projects and drive cross‑functional initiatives. /li liStrong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and governance committees. /li liA proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a measured appetite for risk and a track record of delivering workable outcomes. /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 pFor Switzerland, the base salary range for this position is between CHF 132 000 and CHF 198 000 for a full‑time role. The specific salary offered considers the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role, the applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience. In the situation where you do not meet all the requirements or you significantly exceed these, the offered salary may be below or above the advertised range. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance‑based annual bonus. /p pOur company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week. /p h3Equal Opportunity Employment /h3 pWe embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. Everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and our passion for sustainability. /p pIf you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr