Clerk-Editor at 75%

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Clerk-editor at 75%

• AUTJ158
• The Cantonal Court is the second-level judicial authority, which constitutes the superior court for civil, criminal, administrative, and social matters.

It intervenes to examine appeals and challenges filed against decisions rendered by courts of first instance, as well as by administrative authorities.

The Cantonal Court is recruiting a part-time clerk-editor position (75%).

Attached to the civil and criminal courts, your role mainly consists of drafting judgment projects but also includes case file analysis and legal research, alone or in collaboration with judges.

Additionally, you may be called upon to perform various tasks related to documentation and case management of the concerned authority, as well as to participate in various internal or external commissions of the Cantonal Court.

You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in law, complemented by the lawyer's certificate, and ideally have at least 3 to 5 years of legal experience (post-lawyer certificate), preferably in the judicial field, or any other experience useful for the position.

Recognized for your loyalty and discretion, you are strongly attached to public service values and have a keen sense of responsibility. Able to work independently, you take initiatives within the scope of assigned competencies and are appreciated for both your rigor and versatility. You manage to handle a significant workload while coping with stress, thanks to a strong sense of organization and priority management.

Specific skills:

• Very good knowledge of the judicial system and the functioning of public institutions in Neuchâtel.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Analytical and synthesis abilities.
• Mastery of legal German.
• Exemplarity and discretion.

This position also requires a clean criminal record and debt collection record.

• Neuchâtel
• September 1, 2026
• May 3, 2026
• Ms. Jeanine De Vries Reilingh, judge, or Mr. Emmanuel Piaget, judge, tel. 032 889 61 60

Ms. Deise Coelho E Castro, HR manager, RH.PJNE@ne.ch

• Class 12
• A varied activity within a constantly evolving organization.
• Flexible working conditions in an inclusive and equitable environment.
• Quality social benefits and extensive training opportunities.

Diversity is a fundamental value that we cultivate with conviction and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of origin, gender, or background, feels fully integrated and valued.

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