Legal Counsel

Lausanne (and remote work) | 80-80%

What you can contribute to

• Carry out complex legal and administrative work as well as analyses and positions on behalf of the Chief of the Executive Staff and the Secretary General
• Ensure the implementation and compliance with the Federal Act on Information Security within the Federal Supreme Court
• Coordinate, monitor and ensure quality control of mandates from the General Secretariat and the Executive Staff, as well as manage specialised work related to the quality management system
• Handle the legal affairs of the Secretary General and participate in cross-cutting and interdisciplinary projects
• Support the Chief of the Executive Staff and the Secretary General in steering, monitoring and coordinating their activities

What makes you unique

• University degree in law, preferably with a lawyer’s licence and/or relevant continuing education for the role
• Several years of professional experience in a court or similar experience
• Experience in team or project management, organisational talent, strong IT skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of German and French with ease in writing
• Knowledge of Italian and English is desirable

In a few words

As a legal counsel of the Executive Staff, you play a key role within the General Secretariat and contribute to the smooth functioning of the Federal Supreme Court. You apply your legal expertise, organisational skills and coordination ability in the service of the Secretary General and the Executive Staff. By supporting the monitoring of mandates, quality control and the management of strategic projects, you contribute to the steering and development of the General Secretariat’s activities.

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 assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

The Federal Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in Switzerland. It ensures uniform application of federal law by the cantonal and federal courts and protects citizens’ constitutional rights. 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: 01.10.2026 (or by agreement) Application deadline: 24.08.2026 This position is assigned, depending on profiles, between salary classes 24 and 26. A criminal record extract as well as an extract from the debt enforcement register will be requested at the end of the recruitment process. The Federal Supreme Court is attentive to the different life paths and needs of its employees and promotes diversity. It gives the highest priority to equal treatment.