Lausanne
Deputy Secretary General, Head of Media and Communication
- 13 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Lausanne
About the job
Lausanne, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-100%
What you can contribute
- In collaboration with the eight chambers of the Federal Supreme Court, draft press releases on case law and prepare institutional press releases; respond to media correspondents' enquiries
- Advise the chambers, governing bodies and the Secretary General on communication matters
- Monitor the Federal Supreme Court's publications (brochures), prepare the content of the Federal Supreme Court's management report and take responsibility for its production
- Lead projects in the field of media and communication and develop communication concepts
- Prepare and update content for the website and intranet (in collaboration with the Webpublishing group)
- Manage social networks X and LinkedIn (in collaboration with the social media group)
What makes you unique
- Complete legal university education (Master, lic.iur)
- Training and several years of professional experience in communication, preferably in judicial communication and/or judicial reporting
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent command of German and French, good knowledge of Italian (passive); knowledge of English is an asset
- High stress resistance, flexibility, social skills and sense of responsibility
- Experience in project management, organisational skills; leadership experience is an asset
In a few words
The Deputy Secretary General, Head of Media and Communication, has great linguistic ease and solid legal knowledge. They advise the chambers on drafting press releases related to rulings, prepare press releases and write institutional press releases. As the contact person for media correspondents, they respond to their enquiries and provide information. Advising the chambers, governing bodies and the Secretary General on communication matters is part of the role. They manage publications and the management report and lead or contribute to projects in the field of communication. They are assisted by a media specialist and three media secretariat staff with whom they work closely.
What we offer
- Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
- Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
- Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.
The Federal Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in Switzerland. It ensures the uniform application of federal law by the cantonal and federal courts and protects the constitutional rights of citizens. Joining this institution means contributing to an essential mission while working in a stimulating and enriching professional environment with attractive working conditions.
Additional information
Start date: 1st October 2026 (or by agreement) Application deadline: 1st September 2026 This position is assigned to salary class 28. A criminal record extract and an extract from the debt enforcement register will be requested at the end of the recruitment process.
Questions about the position
Peter Josi Deputy Secretary General
Questions about the application
Alexia Patry HR Assistant 021 318 95 76