Lawyers' Assistant
Geneva
Key information
- Publication date:07 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join our dynamic team as a Lawyers' Assistant in Geneva! Enjoy a supportive work environment and competitive benefits.
Tasks
- Manage client files from opening to archiving effectively.
- Draft correspondence and prepare large legal documents accurately.
- Organize meetings, business trips, and interact with clients professionally.
Skills
- A Federal Certificate of Proficiency in Commercial Business required.
- Fluency in French and English with excellent spelling.
- Strong organizational skills and a positive, client-oriented attitude.
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We are looking for a Lawyers' Assistant to join our corporate and our banking and finance legal teamsin Geneva.
Activity rate of 80 - 100%
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;
• 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.
We are looking for candidates to meet the following criteria:
• You hold a Federal Certificate of Proficiency in Commercial Business (CFC) and have a few yearsof work experience as an assistant in a challenging environment;
• You are fluent in French and in English with excellent spelling in both languages (additionallanguage 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.
What we offer:
Attractive Working Conditions – We offer you a modern working environment with a comprehensivesocial insurance package, an attractive pension scheme with fair cost-sharing, and a variety of benefitsto support your health and work-life balance.
Team Spirit & Collegial Atmosphere – You will become part of a committed, dynamic, and supportiveteam 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 notonly offer you an inspiring professional environment, but also the opportunity to actively shape yourcareer 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 workingenvironment, we are happy to discuss flexible working.
How to apply:
Caroline Hemet, Human Resources Coordinator, looks forward to receiving your full application (CV,cover letter, work certificates and/or reference letters), by e-mail only (E-Mail schreiben).
Your application will be handled with great consideration and confidentiality.