Deputy General Counsel

vor 7 Monaten

Basel, Schweiz Bank For International Settlements Vollzeit

**Deputy General Counsel**

The mission of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is to support central banks’ pursuit of monetary and financial stability through international cooperation and to act as a bank for central banks. Our head office is in Basel, Switzerland, and we have two representative offices, in Hong Kong SAR and in Mexico City, as well as Innovation Hub Centres around the world.

Under the authority of the General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel supports the furtherance of the Bank’s mission by advising the Board, Management and the business areas of the BIS on all legal matters relating to the Bank's status, governance and activities with a view to ensuring that the Bank acts with due respect for the rule of law at all times. They will assist the General Counsel in the management of the Legal Service and act as their deputy.
- PhD or master’s degree in law
- extensive international experience at a high level of responsibility in legal issues relevant to the operations, governance and administration of central banks and/or international financial institutions;
- a strong background and experience in legal matters relating to international banking transactions and/or public international law, in common law and/or civil law jurisdictions;
- an in-depth understanding of the international financial architecture, governance of international financial institutions and multi-jurisdictional operations;
- the ability to communicate clearly complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders within the organisation, including senior management, and to engage impactfully with high-level internal and external stakeholders;
- proven ability to think strategically and support organisation-wide change and transformation, and adapt to new contexts and roles

In return, we offer the opportunity to work at the hub for central bank cooperation, an intellectually stimulating international setting alongside colleagues from more than 60 countries, and competitive employment conditions. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.

Applications close on Friday 21st June at 11.59pm

**Job Description**:
Position (job title):
Deputy General Counsel

**The position is in**:
Legal Service

**Position reports to**:
General Counsel

**Direct reports of this position**:
5

**Contract duration**:
Five-year fixed-term contract

**Job category**:
H

**Purpose of the job**:
Under the authority of the General Counsel, and in cooperation with other members of the Legal Service, to provide appropriate advice on all legal matters relating to the Bank’s status, governance and activities to the Board, Management, departments and services of the Bank, with a view to ensuring that the Bank acts with due respect for the rule of law at all times; to develop appropriate legal structures, policies and frameworks to support the Bank’s operations and manage legal risk; to assure the provision, from time to time and on an ad hoc basis, of legal research and assistance to the central banking community on issues of interest to the Bank and to central banks with a view to fostering international legal cooperation and to promoting financial stability.

Acts as Deputy to the General Counsel.

**Specific accountabilities as Deputy General Counsel**:
**General accountabilities**:
**Line manager responsibilities**:
***
- Assumes primary responsibility for assisting the General Counsel in the management of the Legal Service and the implementation of his/her functions and duties by:

- supporting him/her in the decision-making process;
- under the authority of the General Counsel, coordinating and supervising the work of members of the Legal Service; providing advice and proposals to the General Counsel in strategic and tactical matters.
- In the absence of the General Counsel, assumes primary responsibility for the operation of the Legal Service, represents the Legal Service at Management meetings/other meetings, and provides ad-hoc advice and support to senior management.
- As a member of the Legal Service management team, contributes to the overall management of the Legal Service.
- Provides legal advice and guidance at all levels of the Bank in all matters concerning the legal structure and texts governing the Bank and the implementation of its mandate, the management of its staff and delivery of corporate services, and the conduct of its operations and activities, with due regard for the Bank’s special status as an international organisation
- Provides legal advice and assistance to manage legal risk, prevent and, when necessary, defend and settle disputes and litigation involving the Bank and, wappropriate, retains and directs outside counsel in this connection
- Establishes and/or maintains appropriate contact with central banks, international institutions and public authorities in Switzerland and in other countries regarding the status of the Bank and all legal matte

  • Deputy General Manager

    vor 1 Woche

    Basel, Schweiz Bank For International Settlements Vollzeit

    The mission of the BIS is to support central banks' pursuit of monetary and financial stability through international cooperation, and to act as a bank for central banks. Our head office is in Basel, Switzerland, and we have two representative offices: in Hong Kong SAR and in Mexico City, as well as Innovation Hub Centres around the world. It is the role of...

  • General Counsel

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Bank For International Settlements Vollzeit

    **General Counsel**: The BIS seeks to appoint a General Counsel to oversee all aspects of the BIS’s Legal Service, including advising the Board, Management and the business areas of the BIS on all legal matters relating to the Bank’s activities. The General Counsel leads the Legal Service and participates in the strategic planning and management of the...

  • General Legal Counsel

    vor 2 Wochen

    Basel, Schweiz Axiom Talent Platform Vollzeit

    Take the next step in your career with the leading global alternative legal service provider. Don't compromise. Over twenty years ago, Axiom started a movement to change the face of the legal industry. Today we continue to break boundaries with a combination of top-tier legal talent and globally recognized F500 clients. Trusted by the leading brands around...

  • Deputy Secretary General to The Financial Stability

    vor 6 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Bank For International Settlements Vollzeit

    **Deputy Secretary General to the Financial Stability Board (FSB)** The FSB’s mission is to promote international financial stability; it does so by coordinating national financial authorities and international standard-setting bodies as they work toward developing strong regulatory, supervisory and other financial sector policies. The Deputy Secretary...

  • General Counsel

    vor 8 Stunden

    Basel, Schweiz ProSearch AG Vollzeit

    Sie sind eine Führungspersönlichkeit, vertrauensvoll, lösungsorientiert, versiert in Compliance und Legal und suchen die Rolle eines/-r General Counsels! Für unseren Kunden, einen erfolgreichen, dynamischen Schweizer Versicherungskonzern, suchen wir am Standort Basel eine engagierte, gewinnende sowie fachlich und menschlich überzeugende...

  • Deputy Head of The Innovation Hub and Head of

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Bank For International Settlements Vollzeit

    **Deputy Head of the Innovation Hub and Head of Strategy and Operations, Bank for International Settlements** The BIS supports central banks’ pursuit of monetary and financial stability through international cooperation and serves as a bank for central banks. The mission of Bank for International Settlements Innovation Hub (BISIH) is to foster...

  • General Counsel

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz ProSearch AG Vollzeit

    Sie sind versiert in Compliance und Legal - neugierig, qualitätsbewusst, integer, kommunikativ und agierend! Für unseren Kunden, eine erfolgreiche, dynamische Schweizer Versicherungsgesellschaft, suchen wir am Standort Basel eine engagierte, gewinnende sowie fachlich und menschlich überzeugende Führungspersönlichkeit mit Teamspirit und...

  • Junior Legal Counsel

    vor 2 Wochen

    Basel, Schweiz CordenPharma Vollzeit

    Work alongside the General Counsel and a senior legal counsel to draft legal documents and deal with corporate matters to support General Management and the operational sites. **Tasks**: - Draft, review, structure and negotiate agreements related to CDMO business, especially manufacturing products and managing supply chain, such as: - CDAs (Secrecy...

  • Legal Counsel

    Vor 3 Tagen

    Basel, Schweiz Herzog & de Meuron Vollzeit

    BaselHerzog & de Meuron ist ein internationales Architekturbüro mit Sitz in Basel, Schweiz. Das Büro wurde 1978 gegründet und wird von den beiden Gründern, zusammen mit den Partnern und dem CEO geleitet. Heute engagiert sich ein internationales Team von über 500 Mitarbeitern an einer Vielzahl von Projekten in Europa, Amerika und Asien. Der Hauptsitz in...

  • Counsel/sr. Counsel, Corporate and Business

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Myovant Sciences GmbH Vollzeit

    Myovant Sciences GmbH is a Sumitomo Pharma company and an affiliate of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA). We are part of an ecosystem that tackles unmet patient needs in the crucial fields of psychiatry and neurology, oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, and cell and gene therapies. Our diverse portfolio includes several marketed products and a...

  • Legal Counsel

    vor 23 Stunden

    Basel, Schweiz Herzog & de Meuron Vollzeit

    BaselHerzog & de Meuron wird von den beiden Gründern zusammen mit den heutigen Partnern und dem CEO geführt. Das Büro wurde 1978 in Basel gegründet. Aktuell arbeitet ein internationales Team von über 500 Mitarbeitenden an einer Vielzahl von Projekten in Europa, Amerika und Asien. Unser Hauptsitz in Basel arbeitet mit unseren Studios in Berlin und...

  • Legal Counsel

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Basel, Schweiz On AG Vollzeit

    At a glance We are excited to offer this new role to a passionate, business-oriented, pragmatic, and proactive Legal Counsel who has a demonstrated ability to independently manage a diverse and complex workload, while maintaining priorities and proactively anticipating issues. As team member of the On Legal team, you take ownership in a broad range of...

  • Counsel - Innovation & Product Development

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Basel, Schweiz Philip Morris International Vollzeit

    PMI Vision It’s Time to Unsmoke. There is no question that the best choice for men and women who smoke is to quit cigarettes and nicotine altogether. But many people don’t. In any given year, about 9 out of 10 men and women who are already smoking will continue: those people deserve access to, and information about, better alternatives. That is why...

  • Legal Counsel

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Genedata Vollzeit

    Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions that incorporate extensive biopharma R&D domain knowledge. Multinational biopharmaceutical organizations and cutting-edge biotechs around the globe rely on Genedata to digitalize and automate data-rich and complex R&D processes. From early discovery all the way to the clinic,...

  • Junior Legal Counsel Lsb

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Tecan Vollzeit

    **Join Tecan! Join the market leader!** **Work in an international and dynamic environment, share our success!** Ever wondered how your skills and unique background could impact the world of tomorrow? Join our Legal team and bring your passion and talent to work. **Junior Legal Counsel Life Science Business 50-100%** Männedorf, Zurich **Your...

  • Junior Legal Counsel

    vor 7 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Genedata Vollzeit

    Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions that incorporate extensive biopharma R&D domain knowledge. Multinational biopharmaceutical organizations and cutting-edge biotechs around the globe rely on Genedata to digitalize and automate data-rich and complex R&D processes. From early discovery all the way to the clinic,...

  • Junior Legal Counsel

    vor 4 Monaten

    Basel, Schweiz Genedata Vollzeit

    Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions that incorporate extensive biopharma R&D domain knowledge. Multinational biopharmaceutical organizations and cutting-edge biotechs around the globe rely on Genedata to digitalize and automate data-rich and complex R&D processes. From early discovery all the way to the clinic,...

  • Legal Counsel Privacy

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Basel, Schweiz Myovant Sciences Vollzeit

    Myovant Sciences aspires to be the leading healthcare company focused on innovative treatments for women's health and prostate cancer designed to improve the lives of millions. We are on a **mission** to redefine care for women and for men through purpose-driven science, empowering medicines, and transformative advocacy. We are looking for passionate and...

  • Executive Assistant, Elem Ec Office

    vor 23 Stunden

    Basel, Schweiz ABB Vollzeit

    **Executive assistant, ELEM EC office**:** Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together,...

  • Working Student

    vor 2 Wochen

    Basel, Schweiz KPMG Vollzeit

    Bist du an einem spannenden Einblick bei KPMG interessiert? Lerne den beruflichen Alltag unserer Datenschutzverantwortlichen und dem Team des Office of the General Counsel kennen und sammle dabei praktische Erfahrungen. Mit deiner engagierten Persönlichkeit unterstützt du Datenschutzbeauftragte bei kleineren rechtlichen Abklärungen und administrativen...