Head of Legal
vor 2 Wochen
Highly experienced and strategic leader to establish and manage the legal and intellectual property functions. This role combines responsibility for corporate governance, contract management, and legal operations with global oversight of intellectual property rights, ensuring compliance, innovation protection, and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities Intellectual Property Leadership •Secure, defend, and manage IP rights globally. •Advise and support the company’s innovation strategy (R&D). •Prepare patent applications in collaboration with R&D teams. •Ensure timely maintenance of registered IP rights and monitor third-party patent developments. •Conduct patent and trademark searches to assess risks and protection opportunities. •Manage IP budget and external IP counsel, and chair IP Committee meetings. Legal Operations & Corporate Governance •Manage and maintain the company’s Cap Table and share transaction records. •Oversee corporate documentation, shareholder agreements, and board resolutions. •Ensure compliance with Swiss corporate law and international regulatory requirements. •Establish and streamline internal legal processes and policies to improve efficiency and reduce external legal spend. •Manage relationships with external counsel for specialized legal matters (IP, transactions, due diligence). Contract & Commercial Management •Develop and maintain a robust system for managing all company contracts and licensing agreements. •Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including commercial contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, and licensing deals. •Provide legal support to Sales, Business Development, and Procurement teams on commercial terms, product distribution, and go-to-market strategies. •Identify and manage legal risks associated with new markets and product launches. Sales & Commercial Support: •Act as the primary legal advisor for the Sales, Business Development, and Procurement teams, providing timely, pragmatic, and actionable legal counsel on commercial terms, product distribution, and go-to-market strategies. •Identify and manage legal risks associated with new markets and product launches. Profile •Master’s degree in Swiss Law •7+ years in senior legal counsel roles within chemistry or related scientific fields •Proven expertise in contract and licensing management across multiple jurisdictions. •Strong background in international patent and trademark laws, practices, and procedures. •Experience managing Cap Table and equity transactions •Fluent in English and German, French is a plus •Excellent organizational and negotiation skills •Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively •Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex legal and IP issues into clear advice
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Head of Legal
vor 2 Wochen
Zurich, Schweiz Humentum AG VollzeitFor our customer, a global acting supplier of high-performance industrial components and engineered solutions, who is expanding its business areas both horizontally and vertically and its business volume is increasing worldwide, we seek you as: **Head of Legal & Compliance** Job-ID 67281 As the Head of Legal and Compliance you will be part of the Group...
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Head of Legal
vor 1 Woche
Zurich, Schweiz Scandit VollzeitAs the Head of Legal, you will lead our in-house legal team (currently 3 experienced lawyers based in the US, UK and Spain) and manage external counsel providing expert knowledge where needed. You will be a true business partner to the entire organization, supporting our teams with legal matters, managing risk, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic...
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Head of Legal
vor 2 Wochen
Zurich, Schweiz SYZ GROUP VollzeitSyz Capital is a Swiss-based Alternative Asset Manager specialized in private market funds and hedge funds. Syz Capital provides private and institutional investors unparalleled access to quality opportunities across liquid and illiquid alternative investment ecosystem. Uniquely positioned to understand the needs and challenges facing investors, SYZ...
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Legal Counsel, Asset Management
Vor 6 Tagen
Zurich, ZG, Switzerland Interim Legal AG Vollzeit CHF 80'000 - CHF 120'000 pro JahrTITLELegal CounselSTART DATEJanuary 2025DURATIONPermanentUTILIZATION100%LOCATION(S)Zug, Switzerland (hybrid)AREALegalTHE ROLEWe are seeking an experienced Asset Management Legal Counsel to join a boutique asset manager in Switzerland. The candidate will report to the Head of Legal and assist in all aspects of daily business. The successful candidate will...
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Legal Counsel – M&A, Travel
Vor 6 Tagen
Zurich, GE, Switzerland Interim Legal AG Vollzeit CHF 120'000 - CHF 180'000 pro JahrTITLELegal Counsel START DATEImmediateDURATION3-4 months, with the possibility of extension UTILIZATION80-100%LOCATION(S)Geneva area, Switzerland (hybrid)AREALegal THE ROLEWe are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support the legal department of a global travel & tourism company. This assignment will focus primarily on transactional legal support,...
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Senior Legal Counsel, Technology
Vor 6 Tagen
Lausanne, Zurich, Switzerland Interim Legal AG Vollzeit CHF 80'000 - CHF 120'000 pro JahrTITLESenior Legal Counsel START DATEApril 2025DURATION1-3 months, with the possibility of extension UTILIZATION40-60%LOCATION(S)Lausanne area, Switzerland (hybrid/remote)AREALegal & Compliance THE ROLEWe are seeking an experienced ICT & Media Legal Counsel for a leading sports and entertainment organization in Switzerland. The Senior Legal Counsel will...
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Legal Counsel, Clinical Trials
Vor 6 Tagen
Zurich, VD, Switzerland Interim Legal AG Vollzeit CHF 120'000 - CHF 180'000 pro JahrTITLELegal Counsel START DATEMid-July 2025DURATION3 months, with the possibility of extension UTILIZATION100%LOCATION(S)Lausanne, Switzerland (Hybrid)AREALegal THE ROLEWe are seeking a Legal Counsel for a global life sciences company in Switzerland. The Legal Counsel will provide strategic legal support across global clinical development activities, with...
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Head of Finance
vor 1 Woche
Zurich, Schweiz Squirro VollzeitThe Head of Finance is expected to be a highly knowledgeable and capable Finance professional who is adept at working with business partners to understand the company objectives, construct strategies, and execute all our financial activities. **Responsibilities** You will lead our financial, administrative, and human resources related activities. You will...
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Head of Finance
vor 2 Wochen
Zurich, Schweiz Squirro VollzeitThe Head of Finance is expected to be a highly knowledgeable and capable Finance professional who is adept at working with business partners to understand the company objectives, construct strategies, and execute all our financial activities. **Responsibilities** You will lead our financial, administrative, and human resources related activities. You will...
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Head of HR Switzerland
vor 2 Wochen
Zurich, Schweiz Everest Re Group, Ltd. VollzeitTitle: Head of HR Switzerland Company: Everest Reinsurance Company (Ireland), Dac (Zurich Branch) Job Category: Human Resources **Job Description**: It’s an exciting time for Everest! As we continue on our journey, we see significant opportunities ahead of us to expand our reach, build diversity, and enhance our capabilities in critical...
