Associate, Banking & Finance / Transactions

Myjob; Genf; Sur place; CHF 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Myjob in Geneva seeks a Swiss-qualified lawyer to reinforce its Banking & Finance / Transactions team. You will advise on syndicated facilities, acquisition finance, derivatives, and fintech matters, with direct client contact and a pragmatic, results-driven approach.

Fluency in English and French and good German are required. You will join a dynamic, internationally oriented practice that values professionalism, teamwork and an inclusive, flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Swiss-qualified lawyer.
• Fluency in English and French; German a plus.
• Experience in banking & finance, not necessarily in a law firm but in industry/authority.
• Excellent academic qualifications and references.

Responsabilités

• Advise on banking & finance transactions including syndicated facilities and acquisition finance.
• Handle derivatives, structured finance, and fintech matters for clients.
• Maintain direct contact with clients and contribute to business development.
• Collaborate within a team of Swiss lawyers and support decision making.

Connaissances

English fluency

French fluency

German knowledge

Formation

Swiss-qualified lawyer

Description du poste

We are currently looking for a lawyer to strengthen our team in the field of:

Associate Banking & Finance / Transactions

• Switzerland is one of the world's leading financial markets. Domestic and international banks, insurance companies, asset managers and other financial service providers based in Switzerland play a major role in the global financial industry, which has undergone massive regulatory changes in recent years
• Our Banking and Finance Group comprises more than 20 qualified Swiss lawyers with an in-depth understanding of the regulatory environment of all types of financial institutions and the domestic and international financial markets
• On the transactional side, we advise clients on a broad range of finance transactions, such as syndicated loan facilities and acquisition finance, structured finance transactions (including securitizations), derivatives and structured products, acquisitions and disposals of banks and client portfolios, and reorganizations in the banking sector, fintech matters related to the establishment of new companies and business models in the area of blockchain, such as STOs, ICOs and cryptocurrencies etc
• We are looking for candidates to meet the following requirements and skills:
• You are a Swiss-qualified lawyer
• You are fluent in English and in French and have a good command of German
• You have some prior professional experience in banking & finance, not necessarily in a law firm but also in the industry and/or with an authority
• You have excellent academic qualifications and references
• You have a pragmatic approach and are result oriented
• You want to be in direct contact with clients
• You like being closely involved in managing and organizing matters and in making decisions
• You strive for excellence and perform your work with the highest quality standard
• You are a team-player, reliable and have a positive attitude

What we offer:

• We offer you a modern working environment with a comprehensive social insurance package, an attractive pension scheme with fair cost- sharing, and a variety of benefits to support your health and work-life balance
• Attractive Working Conditions:
• You will become part of a committed, dynamic, and supportive team characterized by mutual support and trust. We place great value on professionalism combined with a warm, respectful working relationship
• As a leading business law firm with an international focus, we not only offer you an inspiring professional environment, but also the opportunity to actively shape your career in a firm with a strong reputation, clear values, and a sustainable outlook
• SW is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and as we also support an adaptable working environment, we are happy to discuss flexible working pattern
• Your application will be handled with great consideration and confidentiality