Legal Counsel

Posieux, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-80% What you can contribute Independently answer legal questions in German, French, and English Monitor and process purchase contracts and other contracts in German, French, and English Conduct research and draft legal clarifications in various areas of law (labor law, intellectual property, agricultural law, animal protection law, contract law, etc.) in German, French, and English Represent Agroscope in appeal procedures and before courts Legally monitor projects and, if necessary, manage them, organize internal legal training What makes you unique Bachelor's degree in law Several years of professional experience within a law firm, an administration, or a company. Experience in advising business partners as well as an interest or experience in labor law is an asset Open, flexible, receptive, and structured personality, capable of handling pressure and integrating easily into a small team Good knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook Knowledge of two official languages and English In a few words Are you interested in research projects, do you like advising partners, and are you a flexible and open person proficient in German, French, and English? Then join our small team of legal experts. We offer you stimulating, interesting, and varied work. 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 A good diet, a healthy environment Agroscope is the Confederation's competence center for research in the fields of agriculture and the food industry. Researchers carry out their activities at various sites in Switzerland. The headquarters is located in Berne-Liebefeld (from 2026: Posieux FR). Agroscope is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER. Additional information The Legal Service advises members of the executive board as well as Agroscope employees on all legal topics related to their professional activity. It examines contracts concluded by Agroscope and ensures the application of legislative provisions relating to public procurement, data protection, and transparency. It also provides support in the legislative process and procedures involving Agroscope, particularly in the field of executive tasks. Questions about the position Sandra Wiedmer Head of Legal Service Raphaël Brandt Recruitment team leader jpida9d3932jm jpit0731jm jpiy26jm