About SwissquoteBuilding the bank of tomorrow takes more than skills. It means combining our differences to imagine, discuss, code, develop, test, learn… and celebrate every step together. Swissquote is the Swiss leader in online banking, providing trading, investing and banking services to more than 800 000 clients through our secure digital platforms. Our more than 1 400 employees work flexibly, without a dress code and in multicultural teams, growing their skills portfolio and boosting their career in a fast‑pace environment.We are all in at Swissquote. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to join our team and contribute to our shared success.Job DescriptionAs a Senior Legal Officer, you will be part of the Legal Department. Your responsibilities include:Leading complex litigation matters and complaints, including formulating and recommending tailored dispute resolution strategies for individual cases, coordinating conduct of disputes from internal alignment to instruction and oversight of external counsel, and representing the Bank in court proceedings where appropriate.Structuring, drafting, and negotiating contracts and/or any other documentation of the Bank with a focus on securities trading.Advising internal stakeholders on the legal aspects of the Bank’s projects, including innovative banking services and implementation of new technologies, providing strategic legal guidance and proactively proposing risk‑based, business‑oriented solutions.Preparing legal research on banking and financial law and monitoring regulatory changes.Taking ownership of drafting, implementation and review of internal policies and procedures.QualificationsEducation: Master’s degree in Swiss law and Swiss bar exam. Additional qualification such as an LL.M or CAS is an asset.Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the financial services industry or related fields, for example as a jurist/lawyer in the banking industry, in a Big 4 or law firm focused on commercial and banking law, with a proven track record of handling complex and sensitive banking and/or commercial matters. Experience handling litigation matters post‑bar exam, particularly in regulated environments, is also an asset.Languages: Perfect command of English and French, working knowledge of German (perfect command of German considered an asset).Skills: Affinity with innovation and banking & finance law; understanding of related legislation; proficiency in assessing legal risks with a keen understanding of business implications; strong written and communication skills across functions and stakeholders; ability to operate independently as a trusted legal advisor while engaging collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation.
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