Senior Legal Counsel — Barry Callebaut
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 9 days ago
Full description
About the Role
We are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic and diverse global legal team based in our corporate headquarters in Zurich. Leveraging on your broad experience of commercial contracts, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of corporate, commercial and legal operational matters. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to apply their experience in a law firm in an in-house legal function or continue their corporate journey in the exciting world of chocolate and cocoa!
Key Responsibilities Include
- Provide general legal advice to the business and proactively manage and mitigate legal and regulatory risks related to Switzerland and our Global Cocoa & Sourcing organization
- Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, mainly related to sourcing activities and the manufacture, supply and distribution of our products
- Oversee and manage litigation and commercial disputes
- Support key legal operations processes, including corporate housekeeping, claims management and contract lifecycle management
- Support the implementation of the Group’s ESG and Sustainability strategy
About You
- 3-5 years of work experience in an internationally orientated law firm or a multinational company, ideally in a similar industry (i.e. food, manufacturing, commodity trading and sourcing)
- Master Degree in law, Swiss bar exam preferred
- Solid experience in Swiss corporate law and contract drafting
- High degree of professional ethics and integrity
- High analytical and conceptual skills combined with the ability to simplify complex matter
- Outstanding communication skills and ability to work and communicate with all levels of the organization
- Excellent command of English and German
- A flexible, proactive, solution-oriented mind-set with a “can do” spirit and the ability to pragmatically solve legal issues and being able to prioritize under pressure
Questions about this listing
What salary does Barry Callebaut offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Zürich is CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Barry Callebaut. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Barry Callebaut offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Barry Callebaut during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Barry Callebaut?
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