The client is seeking a Legal Counsel to manage legal matters for a financial services business based in Zurich. The role includes ensuring compliance with applicable laws and legislation and supporting the implementation of appropriate policies and procedures to meet regulatory and governance expectations.
Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, monitoring GDPR-related requirements, and providing legal consultation to the board of directors. The position operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where the ability to stay effective under pressure and respond quickly to emerging issues is expected, with a commercially minded approach to delivering practical solutions.
The ideal candidate will have legal experience in a banking or finance environment and will be expected to communicate fluently in English and German. A Master of Laws degree is required, and the candidate should be prepared to advise on legal and regulatory topics, draft and negotiate agreements, and support board-level decision-making.