Associate Banking & Finance / Transactions

Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd.; Genf; Sur place; CHF 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive social insurance package

Attractive pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Health and work-life balance benefits

Résumé du poste

Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd. is seeking an Associate in Banking & Finance to enhance their team. The successful candidate will provide legal advice on a variety of finance transactions, including syndicated loans and fintech matters. Candidates must be Swiss-qualified lawyers fluent in English and French, with a good command of German.

We offer a modern working environment, supportive team spirit, and the chance to shape your career in a leading business law firm. Candidates are encouraged to apply through our online application form.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and French; good command of German.
• Prior professional experience in banking & finance, not limited to law firms.
• Excellent academic qualifications and references.

Responsabilités

• Advise clients on finance transactions including syndicated loans and derivatives.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes in the financial industry.
• Engage directly with clients and manage legal matters.

Connaissances

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Good command of German

Prior professional experience in banking & finance

Excellent academic qualifications

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

On a personal level:

• 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:

Attractive Working Conditions: 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.

Team Spirit & Collegial Atmosphere: 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.

A Forward-Thinking Employer: 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.

Tarek Houdrouge & Grégoire Tribolet would be delighted to receive your complete application and will be pleased to provide any further information you may require. Please submit your application documents via our online application form.

We look forward to getting to know you!

Your application will be handled with great consideration and confidentiality.