Thun
14 hours ago
Legal Assistant
- 20 May 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Thun
Job summary
Join Unia, Switzerland's largest union, advocating for fair labor rights. Be part of a dynamic team making a difference.
Tasks
- Support lawyers in daily case management and correspondence.
- Assist in drafting legal documents and managing files.
- Provide personal and telephone support to our members.
Skills
- Law degree (Bachelor or Master) and interest in labor law.
- Fluent in German; knowledge of Italian or Portuguese is a plus.
- Structured, independent, and empathetic work approach.
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About the job
Unia is the largest trade union in Switzerland. With our approximately 1,200 employees, we are committed to fair working conditions and a social Switzerland. This dynamically and successfully. Would you like to stand up for a good cause? Let’s get to know each other.
For our team of the Bernese Oberland unit, at the locations Thun and Interlaken, we are looking immediately or by arrangement for a
Legal Assistant (80-100%)
Entry into labour law: practical and meaningful.
Strengthening employees is our mission. At Unia, people work for people. In this role, you combine legal proximity to practice with responsibility in day-to-day business and make a concrete contribution to fair working conditions. This position is particularly suitable for law graduates who want to gain practical experience after their studies.
Your responsibilities
- Supporting the lawyers in daily case work
- Independent correspondence and assistance in drafting legal documents
- Organisation and administration in the legal environment
- Managing files including coordinating appointments and deadlines
- Telephone and personal support of our members
Your profile
- Law degree (Bachelor or Master)
- Interest in labour law and practical legal work
- Confident German; additional languages advantageous (especially Italian and/or Portuguese)
- Structured, independent and responsible working style
- Empathy and professional appearance
What we offer
- Ideal entry into labour law with direct practical relevance
- Meaningful activity with social impact
- Regular working hours and flexible part-time models
- Progressive working conditions and attractive social benefits
- Active promotion of your professional and personal development potential
- A collegial and appreciative working environment
Do you feel addressed?
Then we look forward to receiving your complete electronic application with a meaningful cover letter.
Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by the head of the Bernese Oberland unit, Giuseppe Reo, by telephone at 0848 651 651.
