About Our Client
Our client is a real estate investment company based in Geneva, focused on managing and growing a diverse portfolio of properties and real estate assets.

Job Description
Job Description: Corporate & Legal Counsel

Job Summary:
The Corporate & Legal Counsel will oversee the company's legal activities, ensuring compliance with Swiss legal and regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to FINMA. This role includes supporting the Board of Directors, managing corporate governance, and maintaining company records.

Key Responsibilities:



The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate for the Corporate & Legal Counsel role will be a highly skilled legal professional with a strong background in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and governance, particularly within the Swiss legal framework. This individual should bring extensive experience in managing corporate secretarial duties, preferably within a multinational or real estate investment environment.

Key Qualifications:

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  Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional qualification as a Corporate Secretary (such as ICSA) is preferred.
  • Admission to the bar in Switzerland is highly desirable.
  
  
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  Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a corporate secretarial or legal counsel role, preferably within a multinational organization or real estate investment company.
  • Proven experience working with FINMA and handling regulatory matters, including licensing and compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of Swiss corporate law, governance practices, and the ability to organize and support board meetings effectively.
  
  
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  Skills and Competencies:
  • In-depth understanding of Swiss corporate and regulatory law, with a focus on corporate governance and legal compliance.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in French and English; proficiency in Spanish or German is an advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with regulators, external counsel, and internal stakeholders.
  
  
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  Personal Attributes:
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing legal and compliance risks.
  • Strategic thinker, capable of aligning legal advice with the company's business objectives.
  • Collaborative, fostering strong working relationships with senior management, the Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders.
  
  

What's on Offer
To discuss.

Job ID JN-082024-6520559