Head of the Treaties Sector (m/f)

About the job

Bern | 100-100% |

What you can contribute

• Lead the sector in terms of organisation, personnel and technical matters
• Conclude, implement and interpret international treaties aimed at coordinating Swiss social insurances with foreign social security systems
• Carry out design and legislative tasks related to the development or revision of international treaties and Swiss legislation
• Represent Switzerland within specialised international committees

What makes you unique

• University degree in law or equivalent, with additional training in European Union law or international law, as well as several years of professional and managerial experience
• Strong knowledge of EU social security coordination law, Swiss and foreign social insurance systems, and in-depth knowledge of the AHV, IV, EO, BVG, AF, ALV, KVG, UVG and cantonal benefits areas
• Political sensitivity, strong negotiation skills and great assertiveness
• Ability to handle a heavy workload, initiative, social skills and excellent writing skills
• Excellent command of German, French and English; knowledge of other foreign languages would be an asset

In a few words

You and your team ensure the international coordination of Swiss social insurances through a network of treaties concluded with 60 states. You handle the conclusion, improvement and interpretation of treaties concluded with the EU, EFTA and third countries.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

We shape social security for the Switzerland of tomorrow

The Federal Social Insurance Office (FSIO) ensures that the social security system is fully operational and meets new challenges. It is also the Confederation's centre of expertise for social policy and everything related to family, childhood, youth and intergenerational relations.

The offices of the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) are committed to guaranteeing good working conditions and invest in the health of their employees. They have received the Friendly Work Space label.

Additional information

Questions about the position

Stephan Cueni
Head of the International Affairs Division and Deputy Director of the FSIO
+41 58 46 29228

Questions about the application

Sandra Demirtas
HR Partner
+41 58 46 56103