Legal Officer
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We are the Swiss Leader in Online Banking and we provide trading, investing and banking services to +500'000 clients, through our performant and secured digital platforms.
Our +1000 employees work in a flexible way, without dress code and in multicultural teams.
By having a huge impact on the industry, they are 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 wee candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to join our team and contribute to our shared success.
By joining Swissquote, you will be a member of the sector's leadingpany. You will be encouraged to develop your skills and to grow within teams of highly qualified specialists.
We encourage personal development and actively support creative team work, leadership and responsibility.
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As a Legal Officer, you will be part of the Legal Department. Your responsibilities will include :
- Project analysis : Advise internal stakeholders on the legal aspects of the Bank's projects, including innovative banking services and implementation of novel technologies, providing insights and risk assessments
- Banking and corporate matters : Analyze banking and corporate legal issues, ensuring alignment with regulations
- Contract drafting and negotiation : Draft and negotiate agreements with clients and partners
- Legal disputes and litigation : Handle legal disputes and litigation matters, including addressing client claims, managing outside counsel and representing the Bank in court proceedings
- Top Management Support : Offer legal guidance and contribute to reports to the Executive Management and Board of Directors
- Education : Swiss law degree (membership to a bar and / or any additional qualification such as an or a CAS are considered as an asset)
- Experience : Demonstrated expertise in corporate and banking law, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the financial services industry or related fields ( reputable law firm or consultingpany with a focus on financial services matters).
- Languages : Perfectmand of English and French, working knowledge of German (perfectmand of German being an asset)
- Skills Affinity with innovation and blockchain technology; understanding of related legislation Proficiency in assessing legal risks with a keen understanding of business implications Strong written andmunication skills across functions and stakeholders Adept at collaborative teamwork while maintaining autonomy
Job ID 743999993140075