Head of Legal (f/m/d)

About the role

As Head of Legal, you will lead the Legal function of Generali Investments Switzerland Ltd and act as a trusted legal advisor to Senior Management and relevant governance bodies. You will actively contribute to the development of the Swiss fund and the broader asset management activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the local Legal function and manage and develop one Legal professional
• Advise on fund, investment, financial market and corporate law matters
• Take ownership of regulatory correspondence and proceedings with FINMA
• Handle legal matters relating to Swiss investment funds, including fund launches, amendments, restructurings, mergers and liquidations
• Draft, review and negotiate fund and asset management agreements and other relevant legal documentation
• Work closely with Senior Management, the Board, Compliance, Risk Management, Investments and internal and external legal partners

Required profile

• University degree in Swiss law (MLaw / lic. iur.)
• Swiss bar admission is an advantage
• 7-10+ years of relevant legal experience in the Swiss asset management and fund industry
• Leadership experience or demonstrated ability and motivation to lead and develop a Legal professional
• Fluent German and very good English, with a pragmatic, independent and solution-oriented approach

Required skills

• Strong expertise in Swiss collective investment schemes and financial market law, particularly CISA, FinIA and FinSA
• Hands-on experience with Swiss investment funds and FINMA regulatory proceedings and approvals