Legal Counsel, Employment Law
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Job Location:
Zürich - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
| TITLE | Legal Counsel Employment Law | |
| START DATE | April 2026 | |
| DURATION | 3 months with the possibility of extension | |
| UTILIZATION | 60% | |
| LOCATION(S) | Remote Switzerland | |
| AREA | Legal |
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Legal Counsel specialized in employment law to support an international technology group in Switzerland. The role focuses on providing day-to-day employment law advice across multiple jurisdictions with a strong emphasis on delivering practical guidance to HR and business stakeholders. The successful candidate will initially work on site during the first two weeks (approximately six days) to support onboarding and endorsement processes. Thereafter the role can be performed remotely. Fluency in English is essential for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide proactive day-to-day employment law advice and counselling to HR and business stakeholders
- Draft review and negotiate employment offers employment agreements amendments and related HR documentation
- Prepare customize and update settlement and release agreements; manage complex terminations and restructuring processes
- Draft and review legal documents and agreements to safeguard the Groups legal rights and mitigate risk
- Support regulated business activities and internal processes from an employment law perspective
- Manage and supervise external counsel across jurisdictions ensuring quality consistency and cost control
- Deliver pragmatic business-oriented legal support to cross-functional teams in an international environment
- Master of Law (LL.M. or lic. iur./MLaw); admission to practice law is an advantage
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in international or multinational companies
- Strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws across multiple jurisdictions particularly France Germany Italy and the UK
- Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously and partner closely with HR and senior stakeholders
- Pragmatic business-focused mindset with strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Experience managing external counsel and coordinating cross-border employment matters
- Fluent English required; Italian is an advantage
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application via our Careers portal including a resume. Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates who are based in Switzerland with a valid Swiss work permit. For any queries please reach out to
ABOUT INTERIM LEGAL
Interim Legal is a trusted Alternative Legal Services Provider (ALSP) based in Zurich Switzerland. We help legal departments modernize their operating model while keeping the human element at its center. Specializing in various practice areas our solutions encompass commercial and corporate law healthcare and life sciences financial services technology and compliance.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A workplace that champions diversity and inclusivity
- Opportunities for continuous growth
- Exposure to a network of legal & compliance professionals and thought leaders in the legal industry
- A competitive salary range that reflects your experience and Swiss market standards
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