Real Estate Partner – Swiss Real Estate Law

About the role

As a Senior Real Estate Lawyer you will advise domestic and international clients on high‑value real estate transactions and property law matters across Switzerland. You will work closely with notarial, M&A and tax practice groups, serving entrepreneurs, family offices and institutional investors.

Key responsibilities

• Advise buyers, sellers and investors on acquisition, disposal and financing of residential, commercial and mixed‑use properties.
• Lead legal due diligence, including title review, land‑register analysis, encumbrances, easements and zoning compliance.
• Negotiate and draft purchase agreements, option agreements, pre‑emption rights and transfer documentation.
• Structure and execute sale‑and‑lease‑back arrangements, joint ventures, co‑ownership structures and portfolio transactions.
• Coordinate with notaries, land registries, surveyors and financing banks to ensure seamless execution.
• Advise on distressed real estate, enforcement proceedings and asset disposals in restructuring contexts.
• Support development projects, draft commercial and residential lease agreements and guide zoning and building‑permit matters.
• Provide counsel on Lex Koller restrictions, holding‑vehicle structures, estate planning, stamp duty and VAT implications.

Required profile

• Swiss bar admission (Anwaltspatent) – mandatory.
• 5‑15 years of post‑qualification experience in real estate law, preferably in a top‑tier firm or in‑house role.
• Proven track record of independently leading complex real estate transactions.
• Fluent German and English (both written and spoken); additional languages are an asset.
• High integrity, strong negotiation skills and a client‑first mentality.

Required skills

• Legal due diligence and title analysis.
• Negotiation and drafting of purchase, lease and joint‑venture agreements.
• Knowledge of Swiss real estate, tax and corporate law.
• Experience with cross‑border property matters and structuring compliant acquisition vehicles.

What we offer

• Entrepreneurial approach with full strategic autonomy to build and lead your practice.
• Partner‑level access to firm decisions, cross‑practice support and business‑development resources.
• Inclusive culture with a diverse team of 20 professionals from 7 nations.
• Prime office location in the heart of Zurich, modern and bright workspace.
• Competitive, performance‑based compensation linked to individual results.