Legal Counsel - Trade Sanctions 80-100% — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- s
- Contract
- internship
- Posted
- 12 days ago
Role overview
As a Legal Counsel – Trade Sanctions, you will step into a newly created role in Group Legal as a key legal advisor to the business on sanctions-related matters.
As part of a collaborative, international team of lawyers, you will contribute your legal expertise to protect and enable the Group's business worldwide, shaping how Zurich navigates one of the most dynamic and geopolitically sensitive areas of international regulation.
You will support Group Legal in safeguarding our global operations against sanctions-related risks, by providing practical, cross-border legal advice, monitor rapidly evolving international sanctions regimes (EU, UK, US, CH), and supporting the design and deployment of risk-mitigation strategies. What you will do
- As a Legal Counsel – Trade Sanctions, you will step into a newly created role in Group Legal as a key legal advisor to the business on sanctions-related matters.
- As part of a collaborative, international team of lawyers, you will contribute your legal expertise to protect and enable the Group's business worldwide, shaping how Zurich navigates one of the most dynamic and geopolitically sensitive areas of international regulation.
- Your main responsibilities will be to:
- Provide legal advice and conduct legal research to deliver practical, goal-oriented solutions to relevant stakeholders on complex, multi-jurisdictional sanctions-related matters.
- What you bring - Master's degree in Law or equivalent professional legal qualification in an EU/UK/US jurisdiction. Excellent command of English is essential;
- additional languages are a plus.
Main responsibilities
- Your main responsibilities will be to:
- Provide legal advice and conduct legal research to deliver practical, goal-oriented solutions to relevant stakeholders on complex, multi-jurisdictional sanctions-related matters.
- Support investigations of potential sanctions breaches, coordinating with external counsel and regulators where necessary.
- Proactively identify key trends and developments in the sanctions space (UN, EU, US, UK, Switzerland) and support translating them into practical advice for the business.
- Partner with Compliance and other functions, advising and contributing the legal perspective to shape internal guidelines, policies and the Group's approach to sanctions.
- Manage sanctions documentation, tracking and follow-up, including maintaining sanctions clauses and shared knowledge resources.
- Support the Sanctions Lawyers Network, especially in preparing updates and managing information flows among participants.
- Support any other topics on an ad hoc basis within the remit of the Corporate Center Legal team. What you bring
- Master's degree in Law or equivalent professional legal qualification in an EU/UK/US jurisdiction.
- Bar admission is a plus.
Key requirements
- What you bring - Master's degree in Law or equivalent professional legal qualification in an EU/UK/US jurisdiction. Excellent command of English is essential;
- additional languages are a plus.
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your online application today!
Company and context
- Ability to handle multiple competing tasks and priorities, staying resourceful and composed under pressure, with excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent command of English is essential; additional languages are a plus.
- Familiarity with legal and risk management software.
- You belong here.
- Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces.
- At Quai Zurich Campus , you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.
- You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity.
- Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple.
- Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support.
- Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together. About Us
Additional details
- You will support Group Legal in safeguarding our global operations against sanctions-related risks, by providing practical, cross-border legal advice, monitor rapidly evolving international sanctions regimes (EU, UK, US, CH), and supporting the design and deployment of risk-mitigation strategies.
- Support any other topics on an ad hoc basis within the remit of the Corporate Center Legal team.
- Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together.
Notes and original content
- What you will do
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 79'000 - 134'500 gross per year for this position in s. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to 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 Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a internship position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) 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.
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