Senior Legal Counsel Group Board Services, Zurich

Location: Zurich, Zurich, CH

Join a dynamic team at the core of Swiss Re's corporate governance framework where your legal expertise will support and guide key decision-making processes. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply your corporate law knowledge in a truly international financial services environment.

About the Role

As Senior Legal Counsel in the Group Board Services team, you will work closely with the Head of the Chairman's Office, the Group Company Secretary, the Head of Group Board Services, team members, and other key stakeholders to deliver high-quality corporate governance services and strategic legal advice to the Group Board of Directors, the Group Executive Committee, and the wider organisation. Your expertise will ensure that Swiss Re maintains the highest standards of corporate governance while effectively navigating complex regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and coordinate updates to Swiss Re Group corporate governance documentation including governing documents of Swiss Re Ltd (holding company) and Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd (main operating entity)
• Prepare for and support the Annual General Meeting of Swiss Re Ltd and Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd, including invitations, legal documentation and related organizational tasks
• Lead the preparation of the corporate governance sections of the Annual Report, with a particular focus on the Corporate Governance Report
• Manage regulatory filings with FINMA, including approvals of senior management and Board appointments as well as organizational changes, and maintain a good relationship with the regulator
• Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements at the highest board and management level
• Provide expert legal and governance guidance to subsidiaries on corporate and licensing requirements worldwide
• Support, develop, and help shape the company secretarial practice at Group level
• Serve as deputy to the Group Company Secretary

About the Team

The Group Board Services team plays a central role in supporting the Chairman, the Board of Directors, the Head Chairman's Office and the Group Company Secretary. It is responsible for managing end-to-end Board and Committee processes, ensuring the effective preparation and execution of all meetings. The team also coordinates stakeholder interactions with senior management and external parties, provides legal and paralegal support, and oversees administrative and logistical matters for the Chairman and Board members. In addition, it ensures the seamless organization and high-quality delivery of Swiss Re's Annual General Meeting.

About You

You are a detail-oriented legal professional with sound judgment and proven ability to navigate complex corporate governance matters. Your collaborative approach and strong communication skills allow you to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, while consistently upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

• Swiss qualified lawyer with admission to the bar (Attorney at law)
• Minimum of 7 years' working experience in an international law firm or large corporation
• In-depth Corporate Governance expertise, particularly with companies listed on the Swiss stock exchange
• Financial institutions experience, preferably in re/insurance
• Proficiency in both English and German

These are additional nice to haves:

• Experience in managing regulatory relationships with FINMA
• Background in board-level advisory roles
• Project management certification or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior legal professionals
• Knowledge of international corporate governance best practices

For Switzerland, the base salary range for this position is between 164,000 and 246,000 CHF (for a full-time role). The specific salary offered considers:

• the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role
• the applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience.

In addition to your base salary, Swiss Re offers an attractive performance-based variable compensation component, designed to recognise your achievements. Further you will enjoy a variety of global and location specific benefits.

Eligibility may vary depending on the terms of Swiss Re policies and your employment contract.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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