Associé & Responsable Droit des Sociétés

Jobup; Zürich; Presencial; CHF 200.000 - 350.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LINDEMANNLAW invites a Partner & Head of Corporate Law to lead the firm's corporate practice in Zurich. You will advise national and international clients on all corporate and commercial matters, overseeing complex transactions and guiding strategic governance.

The role demands a Swiss bar admission and 10+ years of experience, with strong leadership, business development skills and a track record of building client relationships. Competitive remuneration and an entrepreneurial environment await.

Formación

• Swiss bar admission and top-tier qualification.
• Excellent academic credentials in law (Master’s degree / PhD).
• Additional studies in commercial or financial law.

Responsabilidades

• Advising clients on corporate and commercial law, including formation, structuring and strategy.
• Leading and executing complex corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, spin-offs and restructurings.
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements, SPA, APA and related documents.
• Providing strategic governance advice and duties of boards, compensation, and shareholder rights.
• Developing business development strategies and representing the firm at industry conferences.
• Mentoring junior lawyers and supervising associates.
• Ensuring compliance with internal quality standards and billing targets.

Conocimientos

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Business development

Educación

Swiss bar admission

Master’s degree / PhD in law

Descripción del empleo

Join LINDEMANNLAW, a leading law firm for entrepreneurs globally.

Tasks

• Lead corporate law practice and advise on legal matters.
• Handle complex transactions like M&A and joint ventures.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to thought leadership.

Skills

• Swiss legal qualification with 10+ years of experience required.
• Strong communication and analytical skills essential.
• Ability to lead teams and acquire new clients.

LINDEMANNLAW

LAW. TAX. INTELLIGENCE. For Entrepreneurs.

We are a globally leading law firm supporting influential entrepreneurs, families and companies in all areas of their professional and private lives in Switzerland and worldwide with a comprehensive range of services in litigation and arbitration, commercial law, tax advice, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, holding structures, trusts, foundations, investment funds and strategic consulting. We assist our clients in obtaining regulatory approvals, stock exchange listings, bond issuances, structured products and blockchain-based token offerings. Furthermore, we advise on government relations and lobbying as well as negotiations of high-level transactions. Our clients include many of the most successful Swiss and international entrepreneurs from industry and finance as well as numerous Forbes billionaires.

Position: Partner & Head of Corporate Law

Location: Zurich

Workload: 100% full-time

Objective

The Partner & Head of Corporate Law leads the firm’s corporate law practice and advises national and international clients on all corporate and commercial law matters.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on all aspects of corporate and commercial law, including company formation, corporate structuring and legal strategy
• Leading and executing complex corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, spin-offs, restructurings and capital increases
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating shareholder agreements, investment contracts, share purchase agreements (SPA), asset purchase agreements (APA) and related legal documents
• Providing strategic legal advice on corporate governance issues, board of directors’ duties, executive compensation and shareholders’ rights
• Advising clients on compliance with Swiss Code of Obligations, corporate disclosure obligations and relevant international legal standards
• Maintaining and expanding long-term client relationships through high-quality services and proactive engagement
• Developing business development strategies, contributing to thought leadership (e.g. articles, webinars, events) and representing the firm at industry conferences
• Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers and associates, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing
• Ensuring compliance with internal quality standards, billing targets and operational goals

Requirements

Education

• Swiss bar admission and top-tier qualification
• Excellent academic credentials in law (Master’s degree / PhD)
• Additional studies in commercial or financial law

Professional experience

• At least 10 years of proven professional experience as a lawyer, preferably in a partner role at a law firm, an auditing firm or in a senior position in the legal department of a bank or asset management company.

Languages

• Confident style, good English and German skills
• Additional languages (e.g. French, Italian) are an advantage.

Cognitive and analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-oriented mentality
• High integrity, professional credibility and discretion
• Result-oriented, proactive and resilient
• Charismatic and self‑assured, with the ability to represent the firm at conferences and industry forums
• Team player with an inclusive leadership style

Leadership qualities

• Established client network and ability to acquire new mandates (existing client base is a strong plus)
• Entrepreneurial thinking with the ability to build and develop
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and inspire a high‑performing team of lawyers
• Experience in internal knowledge sharing, thought leadership and promoting best practices

What we offer partners

Entrepreneurial approach: Build and lead your practice – with full strategic autonomy. Access to strategic decisions and developments of the firm at partner level. Cross‑practice support from colleagues who value transparency and shared success. Practical support in business development, marketing and client acquisition.

Inclusive culture and core values: Our diverse team of 20 professionals from 7 nations works together to embody our core values: personal and entrepreneurial, economic and ecological as well as social and ethical. Our client base reflects this diversity.

Prime location: Our office is located in the heart of Zurich, just 3 minutes from the main train station, offering a modern, bright and welcoming workplace.

Competitive and performance-based remuneration: We offer an attractive remuneration package linked to your individual performance.

All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

Assel Stoller, HR Manager, [e-mail]