Lawyer 50-60%

About the job

Your new role

The Social and Security Staff is the hub for all matters of the Directorate of Social Affairs and Security with the departments City Police, Fire Brigade/Civil Protection, Social Issues, Child and Adult Protection Authority, as well as Social Services.

As a lawyer in the legal service, you will advise and support the directorate on legal matters within a small, committed team and handle enquiries, applications, and legal cases. You will prepare submissions for the City Council and the City Parliament, respond to parliamentary initiatives, and contribute to the drafting of legal ordinances and statements.

You are ideally suited for this position if you

• have a university degree in law (lawyer's licence is an advantage).
• bring professional experience, ideally in administration.
• are characterised by independence, flexibility, analytical and communication skills.
• have a confident written style.
• possess team spirit, high social competence, and negotiation skills.

Good reasons to work for the City of St. Gallen:

Your new employer

The City Administration of St. Gallen, its enterprises, and the municipal schools offer around 3,000 employees a workplace. With us, you contribute personally together with your colleagues to a liveable city and the well-being of our diverse population.

Our corporate culture

We cultivate a corporate culture characterised by mutual respect and equal opportunities. Our framework conditions support you in balancing work, family, and other areas of life.

Have we aroused your interest?

For questions about the position, please contact Marc Lichtensteiger, Head of Legal Service, telephone 071 224 41 87. Please submit your complete application exclusively online.

We value diversity in all its forms and look forward to your perspective.