Paralegal (F/m/d)

Location: Kaiseraugst, Switzerland

Employment Type: Full time

You will support the Head of Legal with various tasks to streamline operations and facilitate decision-making.

You will enhance the efficiency of legal services by managing administrative tasks, allowing attorneys to focus on legal analysis and strategy. You will also increase the effectiveness of legal representation by conducting research, drafting documents, organizing cases. Ensuring compliance with legal standards and procedures will also be part of your duties.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

**Your key responsibilities**:

- Act as the right hand to the Head of Legal, providing comprehensive support in managing their schedule, prioritizing tasks, and facilitating efficient communication within the legal department and across the organization.
- Handle corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, and compliance.
- Handle basic contract negotiations, including drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts under the supervision of attorneys.
- Prepare and maintain litigation reports, including tracking case statuses, deadlines, and outcomes.
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents.
- Organize compliance trainings for employees, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Maintain and update legal databases and records.
- Provide administrative support to the legal team as needed.

**We bring**:

- A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers, all in a sustainable way.
- A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
- A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
- Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
- An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future, sustainably.

**You bring**:

- Paralegal Certification and/or Rechtsanwalts-/Notarfachangestellte.
- Previous experience working as a paralegal or legal assistant in a multinational corporate or law firm environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone with us.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

**Important note**:
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.