Senior Associate Team Corporate Law and M&A (80 - 100%)

22 July 2026
80 – 100%
Permanent position
Bern

Job summary

Join a leading firm assisting clients with commercial law matters. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and growth opportunities.

Tasks

Advise on M&A transactions, including contract negotiations and due diligence.
Handle corporate housekeeping for companies and groups effectively.
Clarify complex legal questions, especially in corporate law.

Skills

Strong academic background with a Swiss attorney license required.
Excellent German and good English communication skills essential.
Independent, precise, and solution-oriented work ethic needed.

Is this helpful?

About the job

Responsibilities

In this role, you advise and support companies and private individuals on commercial law issues. You manage mandates independently, think entrepreneurially, and contribute with a service-oriented and committed working style to creating sustainable added value for our clients.

Your main areas of activity include in particular:

Execution of M&A transactions, including contract negotiations, coordination, and legal due diligence
Corporate housekeeping for companies and corporate groups
Clarification of complex legal issues, especially in the area of corporate law
Drafting and reviewing contracts between shareholders, especially shareholder agreements
Advising start-ups, investors from foundation to exit
Advising SMEs on succession planning and restructuring

Qualifications

Good academic record and Swiss bar admission
Professional experience in a commercial law firm or a comparable position
Very good German and good English skills
Interest in economic contexts as well as corporate law and M&A-related issues
Understanding of corporate law and economic contexts in a business environment
Independent, precise, and solution-oriented working style
Professional appearance and enjoyment of direct contact with clients

Benefits

Young, well-coordinated team with flat hierarchies and appreciative working atmosphere
Leisure: Enjoy fixed squash and paddle courts. Need a quick break in the morning or at lunchtime? No problem!
Work at modern workstations directly at Bern station (it doesn’t get more central!) and enjoy the best barista coffee in our own bar.
With us, you have six weeks’ holiday and the option to buy additional days off – because rest is important.
Experience regular team events, a ski weekend, and a two-day company outing. Flexibility is highly valued, working on the go and part-time models tailored to your needs.
Development opportunities: With us, you can find and develop your personal career path. We support you in your further training and show you perspectives.
Learning from each other: We support each other in bringing out the best in ourselves – with us, you become an expert, whether as a lawyer or as a barista.
Social benefits: Benefit from our above-mandatory BVG insurance, where we cover more than half of the contributions, and accident insurance with private coverage.

We look forward to receiving your application (including a motivation letter in the informal "you" form, CV, diplomas, and references).

info@domenig.law