Legal Assistant

We are Schellenberg Wittmer, a leading, internationally oriented Swiss business law firm. We are currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Employment Law Group in Geneva.

Activity rate: to be discussed

Entry date: as soon as possible

Your assignments and tasks will include:

• Managing clients' files (from opening new mandates to archiving);
• Typing and drafting correspondence, proofreading;
• Preparation, compilation and production of large legal documents as court letters, pleadings, exhibits;
• Preparation and layout of correspondence as well as presentation supports;
• Organization of business trips, meetings with clients and conferences;
• Interacting with clients, third-parties and authorities;
• Participating in billing and collection of invoices;

and in general, all the administrative activities inherent to the proper functioning of the practice group.

• You hold a Federal Certificate of Proficiency in Commercial Business (CFC) and have a few years of work experience as an assistant in a challenging environment;
• You are fluent in French and in English with excellent spelling in both languages (additional language is an asset);
• You are fully at ease with the usual computer tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint);
• You are well organized, detail-oriented, rigorous, and precise;
• You have a positive attitude and are client-oriented;
• You have a good sense of anticipation and are a very good team-player.

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 agile working environment, we are happy to discuss flexible working.

Jennifer Funk, Human Resources Specialist, looks forward to receiving your full application (CV, cover letter, work certificates and/or reference letters), by e-mail only (hrzrh). We look forward to meeting you!

Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be considered.