Swatch Group Legal Counsel

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Swatch Group — Legal Counsel (full‑time) in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. In‑house role advising on commercial, corporate and compliance matters.

Overview

Swatch Group is the leading Swiss watchmaking group, headquartered in Biel/Bienne, with a portfolio of internationally recognised watch brands spanning all price segments. The group manages design, manufacturing and distribution across numerous Swiss production sites and operates through an extensive global network of subsidiaries. Swatch Group emphasises innovation, craftsmanship and a growing commitment to sustainable, eco‑responsible practices.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to business units on commercial, corporate and regulatory matters to support day‑to‑day operations and strategic initiatives.
  • Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, distribution and service agreements, NDAs and licensing arrangements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Swiss and international laws and internal policies, including data protection and competition rules.
  • Support corporate transactions, due diligence and governance matters in coordination with external counsel and cross‑functional teams.
  • Manage relationships with external law firms and oversee litigation or dispute resolution when required.
  • Develop and maintain standard legal templates, policies and training for business stakeholders to mitigate corporate risk.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in law (Master/LL.M. or equivalent) with admission to practice in Switzerland preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Swiss corporate and contract law, with practical experience applying cross‑border legal principles.
  • Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements and to advise non‑legal stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills; discretion and sound commercial judgment.
  • Fluency in English; proficiency in French and/or German is advantageous given the Biel/Bienne bilingual environment.

Skills

Commercial contract drafting and negotiation Corporate governance and company law Regulatory compliance and risk management M&A due diligence and transactional support Litigation management and dispute resolution Legal research and policy drafting Stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration

Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of professional legal experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department, preferably with exposure to multinational or consumer goods companies; experience with the watch or luxury goods sector is an advantage.

Education

Master's degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent); admission to the Swiss bar or an equivalent qualification is preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Biel/Bienne, Bern, Switzerland, within easy reach of Bern. Cerulean lists 22 open roles in Biel/Bienne, including 3 posted recently. The broader Bern area accounts for 31 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 728 open positions, with 25 posted this week.

Culture

The Swatch Group workplace blends Swiss precision craftsmanship with an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit. Employees operate in a collaborative, international environment where technical excellence, sustainability and continuous improvement are highly valued.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.