Overview
We are looking for a Corporate Legal Counsel to join our legal team. This role will provide pragmatic, solution-oriented legal support across Swiss corporate law, commercial contracts, and general legal matters relevant to company operations and regulatory compliance in Switzerland.
Key Responsibilities
* Execute corporate legal administration in accordance with Swiss law, including drafting board and shareholder resolutions, recording meeting minutes, preparing commercial register filings, and maintaining statutory corporate records.
* Draft and implement legal documentation for capital increases, share transfers, shareholder agreements, financing and investment activities, and other corporate actions under Swiss law.
* Draft and review a broad range of commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable corporate and financial regulations.
* Advise internal stakeholders on general legal matters relating to Swiss law, including corporate, commercial, and operational topics.
* Prepare legal documentation and liaise with notaries, regulatory authorities, and auditors in support of various corporate transactions.
* Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the company’s operations.
Qualifications
* Law degree from a Swiss University, bar admission in Switzerland is preferred.
* 5+ years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally with a combination of law firm and in-house exposure.
* Strong background in Swiss corporate law, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.
* Experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences sector is a strong plus.
* Fluent in German and English.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating across functions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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