We are looking for a Swiss qualified counsel with 4 to 6 years of post-qualified experience to oversee Swiss listing rules and act as the company secretary for a Private Equity shop in Switzerland. This is a remote position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with Swiss listing rules and regulations set by the SIX Swiss Exchange and FINMA.
- Corporate Governance: Act as the company secretary, managing board meetings, preparing minutes, and ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards.
- Legal Advisory: Provide legal advice on corporate, securities, and commercial law matters.
- Documentation: Draft, review, and manage legal documents, including prospectuses, contracts, and corporate filings.
- Due Diligence: Conduct due diligence for transactions and corporate activities.
- Liaison: Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, external legal counsel, and other stakeholders.
- Policy Development: Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Swiss qualified lawyer with 4 to 6 years of post-qualified experience.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss listing rules and corporate governance.
- Excellent drafting and communication skills in English; proficiency in German or French is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a remote setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in the financial services sector is preferred.
