Legal Expert, Contract Law Section

Zollikofen, Switzerland | 50-60%

Your contribution

• Provide advice to FDFA organizational units on various legal issues related to public procurement, certain international cooperation projects, and private, public, or international law contracts
• Draft contracts and agreements, especially regarding international cooperation
• Prepare legal documents such as opinions, instructions, etc. and contribute to the development of legal provisions, especially regarding international cooperation

What distinguishes you

• Master's degree in legal sciences
• 2-3 years of experience in public administration or the private sector in the field of contracts and/or public procurement
• Autonomy, solution-oriented approach, and sense of responsibility
• Team spirit, stress resistance, and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of two official languages and English

In summary

In a team of six legal experts, you will deal with complex legal issues related to contracts and public procurement and apply your skills in advisory and customer orientation within the field of international cooperation.
You will provide timely, friendly, and appropriate legal assistance and advice to the entire Department; the advice will cover 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 strive for the successful Swiss model and work for the well-being of the population.
• Experiencing diversity The realization of equal opportunities allows us to express our skills to the fullest and contemplate different points of view.
• Fit in the workplace We provide support and advice to our employees on the topic of physical and mental health.

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

The Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) coordinates and defines, on behalf of the Federal Council, Switzerland's foreign policy, protects the interests of the country, and promotes Swiss values.

The General Secretariat (GS-FDFA) supports and advises, in its capacity as staff, the Head of the Department in their daily activities. It coordinates affairs for Parliament and the Federal Council, informing the public about the activities of the Department. Furthermore, it participates in contract management within the FDFA, oversees the Compliance Office, and verifies the effectiveness of risk management, controls, and management and supervision processes. The GS monitors compliance with equal opportunities within the Department and deals with all matters of a historical nature concerning the FDFA. Also part of the General Secretariat is Presence Switzerland, which implements the strategy for Switzerland's international communication dictated by the Federal Council

Complementary information

For further information, please contact Mr. Pascal Müller, Head of the Contract Law Section, tel. +41 58 485 06 19.

Deadline for submission of applications: none
Position limitation: 30 April 2027 (maternity replacement)

Questions about the job

Pascal Müller
+41 58 485 50619

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