République et Canton de Neuchâtel
La Chaux-de-Fonds
Legal Officer between 50% and 90% (2 positions including 1 fixed-term contract until 31.12.2026)
- 05 June 2026
- 50 – 90%
- La Chaux-de-Fonds
About the job
3305-SPNE132
Department:DSDCEntity:Penitentiary Service (SPNE) - Office for the Execution of Sanctions and Probation (OESP)Activities:As part of your role, you will investigate and draft decision projects in the field of sentence and measure enforcement, notably preparing determinations for appeal authorities as well as positions during cantonal, inter-cantonal and federal consultations.Furthermore, you actively participate in drafting bills, decrees, directives, legal opinions and practical sheets. Legal monitoring and training of the office's collaborators are an integral part of your daily work.
Finally, you ensure the updating and legal compliance of the models used.
Desired profile:Holder of a master’s degree in law, you have several years of experience in the criminal or administrative field.Capable of working in a high-exposure environment, you demonstrate adaptability.
Knowledge of foreign languages, particularly German, is an asset.
Prerequisites:
Workplace:La Chaux-de-FondsStart date:To be agreedApplication deadline:18 June 2026Information:Ms Sylvie Calame, HR assistant and Maria Di Marco, HR and finance assistant, tel. 032 889 61 30All applications must be sent strictly to the human resources department and not to the recruiting departmentIf you wish to take on this challenge, please apply online by attaching your complete file (cover letter, CV, diplomas and work certificates).
