Senior Legal Counsel (m/f/d)Michael Page

Our client is a leading company in the insurance industry.

• Serve as the primary contact for all legal and compliance matters across multiple business units in Switzerland.
• Provide expert advice to the business and management teams on the impact of changes in Swiss legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee and manage legal and compliance risks, including the handling of litigation and professional liability cases.
• Lead compliance initiatives, including training, policy development, and ensuring adherence to global standards. Coordinate with internal teams to implement necessary compliance measures.
• Address routine legal and compliance inquiries and support the negotiation of various client and commercial agreements.
• Oversee corporate legal matters and contribute to M&A transactions.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and ensure effective collaboration.
• Work closely with regional legal and compliance teams, as well as key functions such as Finance, Operations, and Data Protection within Switzerland.

• Swiss law degree - admission to the Swiss Bar is an asset.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in the insurance or financial services sector, either in a law firm or in-house role.
• Fluency in German and French, with strong business-level English proficiency.
• Demonstrated professionalism and confidence, with a commercial mindset.
• Proactive, solution-driven approach with a strong focus on process and structure.
• Ability to work effectively within a cross-regional team environment.
• Proficient in using Office applications, including SharePoint.