Senior Legal Counsel

Job description

Tasks

• Legal expertise in banking and finance, including financial services, regulatory matters, structured finance matters through to CTF and corporate business;
• Working with internal and external stakeholders, drafting and negotiating financial agreements such as loan agreements, term sheets, reviewing IT contracts, supplier agreements, etc;
• Execution and administration of corporate tasks in connection with the administration of the Bank;
• Reporting and advising the bank's management on compliance with laws and regulations;
• Regulatory responsibilities, such as interaction with various external stakeholders and supervisory authorities of the bank;
• Participation in regulatory and compliance-driven projects;
• Negotiate, coordinate and oversee the management of complex legal matters and make key decisions within areas of responsibility;
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and legal developments in the banking and financial markets to ensure global regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Profile

• Legal education: Law degree (Master of Laws or equivalent) from a recognized university, ideally with specialization in financial law, commercial law or financial services. Admission to the bar in Switzerland or another reputable jurisdiction is a strong asset.

Professional experience

• At least 6-8 years of relevant experience in the legal profession, with relevant legal experience in banking, finance or a corporate legal environment, ideally with experience in structured finance, regulatory matters, financial services and transactional work.

Skills

• Regulation知: In-depth knowledge of Swiss and international banking regulation, financial market laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Transactional expertise: Demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of legal agreements, including loan agreements, term sheets, supplier/IT contracts and other commercial documentation.
• Corporate management: Experience in performing corporate law tasks and advising on management issues.
• Advocacy: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with internal teams, external partners and regulatory authorities.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, at various levels of the organization.
• Analytical thinking: Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle complex legal matters independently.
• Language skills: Excellent knowledge of German and English (written and oral); knowledge of French would be an advantage.

Personal characteristics

• Integrity: A commitment to ethical behavior, confidentiality and handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Adaptability: Willingness to take on new and evolving responsibilities in a dynamic banking environment.
• Resilience: Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple high-priority tasks and navigate challenging legal and regulatory environments.
• Possession of a valid Swiss/EU passport or an applicable Swiss work permit (mandatory).

We offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your skills, experience and contributions;
• Attractive pension fund and comprehensive health insurance;
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home;
• Opportunity for professional development and growth;
• Dynamic and collaborative working environment;
• The opportunity to play a key role in the bank's continued success.