Court Clerk at the Cantonal Court (m/f/d)

01 May 2026
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St. Gallen

Job summary

Join the St. Gallen judiciary, making a difference daily. Enjoy a collaborative work environment and contribute to justice.

Tasks

Handle appeals in civil and criminal cases efficiently.
Support independent decision-making in legal matters.
Work collaboratively with a dedicated team of around 60.

Skills

Experience in law, with a focus on civil or criminal justice.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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About the job

We are pleased about your interest in a position within the St. Gallen judiciary. The courts of the Canton of St. Gallen issue over 15,000 decisions each year in a wide variety of legal areas. The court staff work daily on behalf of those seeking justice to ensure an independent and efficient judiciary, thereby making a valuable contribution to the rule of law.

The Cantonal Court of St. Gallen is the highest cantonal appellate authority in civil and criminal matters. The criminal chamber of the Cantonal Court adjudicates appeals against decisions of the district courts as well as their individual judges. The Cantonal Court employs around 60 staff members.

We are looking for a candidate for the criminal chamber from 1 August 2026 or by agreement

Workload: 40-50%

Workplace: St. Gallen

Ready for the next step? If we have piqued your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Further information available from:

Cantonal Court

Dr. iur. Tom Frischknecht, President of the Criminal Chamber

058 229 32 41