Lawyer (m/f/d)

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

Social and cultural affairs, municipal supervision, citizenship and civil status, commercial register, notaries, and bankruptcy matters: as diverse as the areas of activity of the Department of the Interior is the work in the legal service of the department, which is part of the General Secretariat.

We are looking for a

Lawyer (m/f/d)

Starting May 1, 2026 or by arrangement

Workload: 50-100%

Workplace: St. Gallen

What to expect

• Independent handling of appeal procedures within the department's area of responsibility
• Drafting legal opinions and conducting legal clarifications for the department management, offices, and other administrative units
• Providing legal advice to various stakeholders
• Participation in strategic projects and working groups, e.g., in legislative procedures

What distinguishes you

• Completed university degree (MLaw or lic.iur.)
• Professional experience in appeal processing is an advantage
• Interest in constitutional and administrative law, especially in the areas of social assistance law, citizenship law, and/or municipal law
• You enjoy working independently, remain decisive even with complex and unclear issues, think purposefully, and are used to participating in project organizations
• Strong analytical skills, quick comprehension, and precise expression in spoken and written language
• You like to exchange ideas in a team and contribute your knowledge and experience to discussions

What we offer

• You contribute to ensuring and further developing the application of law in important, politically sensitive areas of our canton
• Challenging issues from diverse areas, connections to current developments, and participation in the central hub of the department
• Attractive employment conditions with the possibility of home office as well as a work environment in the historic government building in the heart of St. Gallen's old town
• Individual development opportunities in the area of appeal processing as well as in further areas of strategic administrative activity - informally and through further training

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.