Zürich
Legal Counsel (100%)
- 28 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
About the job
Founded in 1932, the private bank Maerki Baumann & Co. AG has focused for generations on its core competencies in investment advice and asset management, as well as supporting independent asset managers. The very solid equity base attests to the high independence and security of the Zurich family business. Furthermore, the modular investment solution and services in the area of blockchain and crypto underline the innovative strength of the private bank, which was recognised by the business magazine "Bilanz" as a "Long-standing Quality Leader". To strengthen our "Legal & Compliance" department, we are looking for a committed individual by agreement as
Legal Counsel (100%)
Area of responsibility
- Proactive legal and regulatory advice for employees of all levels and departments as well as for all business areas
- Drafting and further development of legal documents (customer, partner and supplier contracts, general terms and conditions, directives, marketing materials and communication)
- Monitoring legal and regulatory developments in Switzerland, the EU and other markets important to the bank, as well as supporting the implementation of resulting adjustments
- Close cooperation with other bank functions, namely client advisors, compliance, finance & risk
- Needs-based support of the core compliance team (anti-money laundering/sanctions)
- Participation in projects and internal training
Education/Experience
- Completed studies in law (lic. iur/MLaw)
- At least three years of professional experience in the legal service and/or compliance department of a (private) bank
- Very good German and English skills (additional languages such as French and Italian are an advantage)
Personal qualities
- Interest in and openness to new or special business areas or investment classes such as crypto/DLT/blockchain, private market and indirect real estate investments (L-QIF); existing experience in these fields is an advantage; possibly experience with digital assets, demonstrated interest in further development in this area
- Open, team-oriented and resilient personality with very good communication skills within the team as well as with colleagues, clients and authorities
- Independent, solution-oriented, precise and reliable way of working
Please submit your complete application documents via the application button. Ms Käppeli and Ms Wyler look forward to receiving your application.
We only consider direct applications.
