Swatch Group Senior Legal Counsel

Biel/Bienne • Switzerland

Monday, December 23, 2024

Swatch Group, headquartered in Bienne, Switzerland, stands as a preeminent leader in the Swiss watchmaking industry. With a portfolio of 16 renowned watch brands spanning all price segments, Swatch Group is the foremost producer of Swiss Made watches by volume. The company's operations encompass design, manufacturing, and distribution, with a strong emphasis on sustainability through eco-conscious practices across its 150 Swiss production sites. Joining Swatch Group means becoming part of a dynamic enterprise with over 30 subsidiaries worldwide, where innovation and passion are highly valued.

1. Advise and assist subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad on intellectual property rights protection, including trademark, design, and copyright law.
2. Combat counterfeiting and grey market activities, collaborating with associates across all hierarchical levels.
3. Manage complex legal projects in multiple languages, developing creative solutions independently.
4. Recognize legal and economic relationships, quickly assessing opportunities and risks.
5. Conduct legal proceedings in collaboration with external lawyers in Switzerland and internationally.

1. Swiss bar admission or equivalent legal qualification.
2. Extensive knowledge of intellectual property law.

1. Proficiency in German, French, and English, both written and spoken, with the ability to handle legal texts and negotiations.
2. Strong negotiation skills and perseverance.
3. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
4. High level of responsibility and commitment to quality service.

Several years of professional experience in a corporate or law firm setting, providing commercial legal advice.

Swiss bar admission or equivalent legal qualification.

The position offers a stimulating and demanding work environment within an international group, with opportunities to engage with multiple subsidiaries and contribute significantly to their commercial success.

Swatch Group fosters a dynamic and varied work environment, emphasizing innovation and passion. The company values eco-responsibility and sustainability, integrating these principles across its operations.