About Our Client
International and innovative company based in Geneva experiencing significant growth.

Job Description
This key role will provide strategic leadership, ensure legal standards, and manage relationships with stakeholders. You will oversee all legal matters related to corporate governance and significant transactions, shaping the future of the organization and leading a small team.

Legal Leadership in Corporate, M&A/Transactions, and Capital Markets:

• Lead expertise in Corporate, M&A/Transactions, and Capital Markets.
• Collaborate with Finance, Strategy, and Investor Relations teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Set strategic vision and goals for the Corporate & M&A/Transactions Legal team.

Corporate Governance Management:

• Maintain a strong corporate governance framework.
• Manage legal entities and board matters effectively, preparing for growth and opportunities.

Legal Lead on Transactions:

• Provide legal support for transactions, coordinating with Finance, Strategy, and external legal teams.
• Advise on capital markets transactions and manage mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with senior leadership and manage relationships with the board and investors.
• Cultivate partnerships with regulatory bodies, stock exchanges, and other stakeholders.

Risk Management:

• Offer practical, risk-aware legal counsel on corporate and transactional issues.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while implementing corporate governance practices.
• Monitor legal trends affecting capital markets and advise on regulatory matters.

The Successful Applicant

• Over 10 years of experience as a qualified lawyer, including roles at top-tier law firms and in-house positions.
• Deep knowledge in corporate governance, M&A/transactions, and capital markets, with a strong advantage if experienced in public markets.
• Holds a UK law degree or has extensive experience with the UK legal system.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic, and multinational environments, managing tight deadlines.
• Exceptional project management skills with a focus on cross-functional teamwork.
• Fluent or near-fluent in English.
• Capable of building trust and credibility with board members and senior leadership.

What's on Offer

• Dynamic, innovative and high-growth company.
• Competitive package.
• Other advantages to discuss.

Job ID JN-072024-6481995