Legal Counsel within the Contract Law section

Zollikofen, Switzerland | 50-60%

What you can contribute

• Advise FDFA organizational units on various legal issues related to public procurement, certain international cooperation projects, and private, public, or international law contracts
• Establish various contracts and agreements, particularly in the field of international cooperation
• Draft legal documents such as: legal opinions, positions, or directives, and contribute to the development of legal provisions, particularly in the field of international cooperation

What makes you unique

• Master in law
• 2-3 years of experience acquired within public administration or the private sector in the field of contracts and public procurement
• Autonomy, sense of responsibility, and a solution-oriented approach
• Team spirit, stress resistance, and communication skills
• Very good knowledge of two official languages and English

In a few words

Within a team of six legal experts, you will put your passion for complex legal issues related to contracts and public procurement, as well as your keen sense of advising and client relations, at the service of international cooperation.
You will provide adequate and personalized legal support and advice to the entire department while ensuring that deadlines are met. This advice concerns all matters relating to contracts and public procurement -- with the exception of employment contracts -- as well as the legal bases of international cooperation.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population.
• Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html)

On behalf of the Federal Council, the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) designs and coordinates Switzerland's foreign policy. It also endeavors to defend the country's interests and promote its values.

A staff unit, the General Secretariat (SG-FDFA) assists and advises the head of the department in his daily activities. It prepares files intended for Parliament and the Federal Council and informs the public about the department's activities. Furthermore, it supports contract management within the FDFA, heads the FDFA Compliance Office, and verifies the effectiveness of the risk management system, controls, as well as conduct and supervision processes. It also ensures equal opportunities within the FDFA and handles all historical matters concerning the department. Subordinate to the General Secretariat, Presence Switzerland implements Switzerland's international communication strategy.

Additional information

For any further information, please contact Mr. Pascal Müller, head of the Contract Law section, at +41 58 485 06 19.
Application deadline: none
End of contract: 30 April 2027 (replacement for maternity leave)

Questions about the position

Pascal Müller
+41 58 485 50619

Questions about the application

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