Assistant in Litigation 80-100%

About the job

We are a leading internationally oriented commercial law firm in Switzerland and are looking to strengthen our teams with a service-oriented individual with an eye for detail.

This role as Assistant in Litigation (focus on Arbitration) is particularly suitable for committed, independent individuals with a strong sense of organisation who are seeking a challenging role in a professional environment and wish to develop both professionally and personally.

Your tasks:

• Administrative and organisational support for partners and lawyers in the litigation department
• Independent correspondence in German and English with clients, authorities, and courts
• Creation, editing, and formatting of pleadings, contracts, and presentations
• Management and organisation of appointment and travel arrangements, including booking and billing of travel
• Independent processing of invoices, fee statements, and deadline monitoring
• Administrative tasks such as invoicing and conflict checks
• Planning and coordination of internal and external meetings as well as preparation of the necessary documents

Your profile:

• Commercial basic training or comparable further education
• Initial experience in an internationally oriented law firm, preferably in litigation, or several years of experience in the professional services sector
• Confident German and English skills, both spoken and written
• Proactive, responsible, and committed working style with high initiative and excellent interpersonal skills
• Structured, precise, and independent personality with a keen eye for detail
• Very good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with legal IT applications is a plus

What we offer

Variety and diversity: Instead of monotonous routine, you will face exciting tasks in various specialist areas. You will get to know different teams, clients, and ways of working, thereby expanding your legal knowledge and network.

Challenge & development: Professional and thorough induction at the start of your role as well as the opportunity to sharpen your adaptability and flexibility. At the same time, you benefit from targeted training offers to continuously expand your skills.

Attractive working conditions: Comprehensive social security package with an attractive pension scheme and fair cost sharing, as well as health and sports offers such as Pilates courses to help you manage the working day balanced and fit.

Team spirit & collegial atmosphere: Despite changing tasks and teams, you can expect a professional, supportive, and friendly working environment. You are not alone, and we place great value on collaboration and mutual support.

Jennifer Funk will receive your application documents and is happy to provide further information. Please upload your complete application documents via the online form. We look forward to meeting you!

Applications via recruitment agencies will not be considered.