Legal Specialist in Legislation (m/f/d)

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we at the cantonal administration are committed to the common good of society. With an impressive variety of services, our work affects all areas of life, be it education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, and finance. Through our meaningful work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.


We are looking for a

Legal Specialist in Legislation (m/f/d)

starting 1 November 2026 or by arrangement

• Drafting laws and ordinances as well as messages and other legal bases
• Responsibility for the legislative process of the total revision of the Municipal Act
• Preparation and support of political decision-making processes for the government and the cantonal council
• Advising internal departments on legislative matters and ensuring coherent implementation of legal requirements
• Providing legal information to various stakeholders
• Early identification of differing interests and development of viable solutions that equally consider the political scope for action and legal requirements

• Completed university degree (MLaw or lic. iur.), ideally with in-depth knowledge of public law
• Experience in legislation, legal drafting, and committee work
• Interest in constitutional and administrative law, especially in the areas of municipal law, social welfare law, and/or citizenship law
• Very good understanding of political processes and enjoyment of working with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to prepare complex legal issues clearly, precisely, and appropriately for the target audience
• Ability to exchange ideas within a team, contribute knowledge in discussions, as well as negotiation skills, persuasiveness, and confident demeanour
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills as well as precise expression in spoken and written language

• You contribute to ensuring and further developing important, politically sensitive areas of our canton
• Challenging issues from diverse fields, links to current developments, and participation in central legislative processes for the canton of St. Gallen
• Attractive employment conditions with flexible working options such as home office and a workplace centrally located in the city of St. Gallen
• Individual development opportunities in the field of municipal law as a municipal law specialist or in the area of legislation for the Department of the Interior are possible
• The position can be combined 50% with the position "Legal Specialist in Municipal Law"

Office for Municipalities and Citizenship | sg.ch
Alexander Gulde, Head of Office for Municipalities and Citizenship, Telephone 058 229 33 12