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Legal Service Specialist
- 18 February 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Herisau
Job summary
Join a dynamic team in Herisau focused on legal proceedings. Enjoy flexible work conditions and a supportive environment.
Tasks
- Conduct clarifications in delegated procedures, especially in family law.
- Draft and edit decisions for authority members during hearings.
- Provide legal support and manage documentation for hearings.
Skills
- Master's degree in law from Switzerland with relevant experience.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office.
- Ability to work independently and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration.
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About the job
Clarifications within the scope of delegated procedures, especially in the areas of maintenance law, protection of child assets, transactions requiring approval, implementation of the Hague Conventions Drafting and editing of decision drafts for the procedural members of the authority with occasional participation in the decision meeting (each Thursday morning) Support for the members of the authority and employees of the supporting services in procedural and substantive legal questions in all areas of law Taking minutes during hearings Knowledge management If suitable and with relevant professional experience, there is the possibility of advancement as a substitute authority member
University master's degree or licentiate in law in Switzerland Several years of professional experience in the KESB, court, law firm, or administration Good MS Office skills, knowledge of the business management software CMI is an advantage Communicative personality with a joy for writing, very good oral and written expression Efficient, independent, and proactive working style Networked thinking and openness to interdisciplinary collaboration High reliability and confidentiality Social competence in dealing with people in difficult life situations
A meaningful activity in an exciting environment A broad range of tasks with short decision-making paths A committed and collegial team Attractive and family-friendly employment conditions (e.g., daycare, flexible working hours) Workplace in the center of Herisau, limited home office possible
