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solique - Court Clerk (50-100%)
- 05 February 2026
- 50 – 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the Obergericht des Kantons Zürich as a Gerichtsschreiber/in! This role offers exciting opportunities in a collaborative team.
Tasks
- Draft applications for cases within the commission's jurisdiction.
- Participate in hearings with advisory voice and finalize documents.
- Manage the attorney register and oversee compliance with regulations.
Skills
- Must have strong legal knowledge and at least two years of court experience.
- Team spirit and resilience are essential for this role.
- Digital affinity is preferred for upcoming electronic processes.
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About the job
High Court of the Canton of Zurich
Supervisory Commission
The High Court of the Canton of Zurich is on the one hand an appellate court in civil and criminal matters and also includes the commercial court. On the other hand, it is responsible for the independent judicial administration of the Zurich civil and criminal courts as well as for the notarial system.
For the Supervisory Commission over the lawyers of the Canton of Zurich, we are looking for a court clerk (m/f) to start immediately or by arrangement
Court Clerk (50-100%)
Your area of responsibility
The task of the court clerks of the Supervisory Commission is to draft motions in all cases that fall within the jurisdiction and competence of the commission, in particular the handling of complaints regarding violations of the law on lawyers, as well as participation in the hearings of the Supervisory Commission with an advisory vote, including the final editing of the exposés drafted by the commission members after the resolution. This also includes the independent submission of motions in proceedings for the release from attorney-client privilege and the supervision of the commercial office in maintaining the lawyer register (including lawyer corporations). The content is interesting as it relates to all legal topics in civil and criminal law as well as administrative law.
Your profile
Requirements for this diverse and demanding activity are very good legal knowledge (lawyer's license advantageous) and at least two years of court experience. In connection with the introduction of fully electronic legal communication between the Supervisory Commission and lawyers from January 1, 2027 (VRG revision), an affinity for digital work is desired. Furthermore, resilience, a high degree of independence, a focus on essentials, team spirit, and enjoyment of written work complete your profile.
Our offer
We offer you an exciting task in a small and collegial team with leading personalities from the legal profession, the public prosecutor's office, and the courts, employment conditions according to cantonal guidelines, and a workplace in an attractive location in the heart of the old town.
For further information, the president of the Supervisory Commission, Senior Judge Dr. Eric Pahud, is happy to assist you (please send an email with your name and contact details to: eric.pahud@gerichte-zh.ch). Please submit your application online with the usual documents.
The position is initially limited until the end of June 2027. However, experience shows that an extension is usually possible.
We look forward to your application!
The position is initially limited until the end of June 2027. However, experience shows that an extension is usually possible.
We look forward to your application!
