Senior Legal Counsel

Permanent employee, Full-time · Zurich

What we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to support our legal department and provide expert counsel in all legal matters. This role requires a proactive and strategic legal professional with a strong background in financial services, structured finance matters to CTF, corporate business and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in mitigating legal risks and ensuring compliance with both Swiss and international law.

Your responsibilities

Provide legal expertise in banking and finance, covering financial services, regulatory matters, structured finance matters to CTF and corporate business;
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, drafting and negotiating financial agreements, such as loan agreements, term sheets, reviewing IT contracts, vendor agreements, etc.;
Execute and manage corporate secretarial tasks related to the management of the bank;
Reporting and advising of the management of the bank on bank's compliance with laws and regulation;
Regulatory responsibilities, such as interaction with various external stakeholders and supervisory authorities of the bank
Participating in regulatory and compliance driven projects;
Negotiate, coordinate and monitor management of complex legal issues and make key decisions within areas of responsibility;
Keep update don industry trends and legal developments in the banking and financial market area to ensure global compliance.

Your profile

Legal Education: Law degree (Master of Laws or equivalent) from a recognized university, ideally with a specialization in financial law, commercial law, or financial services. Admission to the bar in Switzerland or another reputable jurisdiction is a strong asset.
Professional Experience:
Minimum of 6 - 8 years of relevant experience in the legal profession, with relevant legal experience in banking, finance, or a corporate legal environment, ideally with exposure to structured finance, regulatory matters, financial services and transactional work.
Skills:
1. Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Swiss Swiss and international banking regulations, financial market laws, and regulatory frameworks.
2. Transactional Expertise: Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of legal agreements, including loan agreements, term sheets, vendor/IT contracts, and other commercial documentation.
3. Corporate Governance: Experience in handling corporate secretarial tasks and advising on governance matters.
4. Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory authorities.
5. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, both in writing and verbally, across various levels of the organization.
6. Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex legal issues independently.
7. Language Skills: Excellent command of German and English (written and spoken); proficiency in French would be a plus.
8. Personal Attributes:
  - Integrity: A commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, and handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
  - Adaptability: Willingness to take on new and evolving responsibilities within a dynamic banking environment
  - Resilience: Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple high-priority tasks, and navigate challenging legal and regulatory environments.
  - Possess a valid Swiss/EU passport or an applicable Swiss work permit (mandatory)

Your team

Team of 3 people covering all aspects of legal matters
Good team spirit
Close exchange and collaboration with all teams in the matrix organisation

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your skills, experience and contributions
Attractive pension scheme and comprehensive health insurance coverage
Flexible working hours and possibility for remote work
Opportunity for professional development and growth
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
The chance to play a key role in the continued success of the Bank

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About us

TradeXBank AG is a Swiss-owned boutique bank, specializing in Corporate Banking and Commodity Trade Finance (CTF). This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive and self-starting personality with hands-on mentality and a structured way of working to participate in the further development and expansion of the bank in a key position. It is the ideal time to join our team, as you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and be part of our exciting journey towards establishing TradeXBank AG as a leading player in the worldwide Corporate Banking.

If you fulfil the above requirements and you are looking for a challenging role in a multicultural and rapidly growing bank, please send us your full application (cover letter, curriculum vitae, reference letters and certificates).

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We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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