Legal Counsel Medical Liability (m/f/d)

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Insurance and Risk Management Department is integrated into the General Secretariat of the Finance Department and manages the risks of the state administration and those of the public-law institutions. This area of responsibility also includes the regulation of "medical liability cases" - independently without insurance - on behalf of the HOCH hospital network and the St. Gallen psychiatry.

To complement our team, we are looking for you as of 1 March 2027 or by arrangement as

Legal Counsel Medical Liability (m/f/d)

Workload: 80%

Workplace: St. Gallen

What to expect

• Comprehensive handling of medical liability cases of the cantonal hospitals and psychiatric institutions
• Independent negotiation with patients, legal representatives, and insurers
• Legal advice and representation of the cantonal hospitals and psychiatric institutions
• Implementation of prevention activities
• Representation of the Head of Medical Liability during their absence

What distinguishes you

• Law degree, preferably licensed as an attorney
• CAS in Liability and Insurance Law or willingness to complete it
• Several years of experience in liability law and/or social insurance law
• Interest in medical law issues as well as claims handling
• Affinity and experience with the application "Leonardo"
• Social competence, teamwork skills, negotiation skills, and a pleasant manner
• Initiative, confident personality with conceptual and communicative abilities

What we offer

• Challenging, interesting, and responsible area of work
• Collegial and appreciative collaboration in a small team
• Good employment conditions with flexible working hours
• Attractive workplace in the city of St. Gallen with modern infrastructure
• An open culture of address where your opinion counts and trust is lived

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.