Opportunités de carrières

Zur Erweiterung und Verstärkung unseres Teams in Zürich suchen wir eine(n) erfahrene(n) Rechtsanwältin/Rechtsanwalt mit Erfahrung in gesellschaftsrechtlichen Streitigkeiten und Verfahren.

Wir erwarten von Ihnen überdurchschnittliche Qualifikationen, Teamfähigkeit sowie Arbeitserfahrung als Rechtsanwältin/Rechtsanwalt im Bereich des Gesellschaftsrecht mit Fokus auf gesellschaftsrechtliche Streitigkeiten, M&A und Kapitalmarktrecht. Zusatzqualifikationen wie ein LL.M. oder Doktorat sind willkommen, aber keine Voraussetzung. Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift sind unerlässlich. Weitere Fremdsprachen sind ein Vorteil.

Wir bieten Ihnen eine anspruchsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit in einem modernen, kollegialen und internationalen Umfeld mit flacher Hierarchie. Aufstiegschancen sind in unserer stetig organisch wachsenden Kanzlei eine Selbstverständlichkeit. Sie geniessen von Beginn an grosses Vertrauen, Selbständigkeit und direkten Klientenkontakt. Als Arbeitgeber, der Gleichstellung und Diversity fördert, sind wir offen für Teilzeitmodelle.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Bitte richten Sie Ihre Bewerbung online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/) an Frau Rita Marti, HR Manager. Für allfällige Fragen kontaktieren Sie bitte recruitment@lalive.law. Es werden nur direkte Bewerbungen berücksichtigt.

We are currently looking for highly committed mid-level to senior associates to join our arbitration team, based in any of our three offices.

This role requires technical excellence, a proven capacity to manage cases, rigour, motivation and a strong ability to work independently in a multi-jurisdictional environment.

What we look for:

• At least 4-5 years’ post-qualified experience in international arbitration;
• Excellent academic credentials, ideally having qualified within a common law jurisdiction;
• Strong research, analytical and drafting skills;
• Case-management experience;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Structured, precise and organised;
• Native or near-native English speaker; other language skills, especially Spanish or Arabic, would be an asset;
• Local work permit required.

What we offer:

• A stimulating international environment with a team of experienced arbitration lawyers;
• Highly interesting work on cross-border mandates, including high profile and high-value commercial and investment arbitration cases in a variety of industries;
• Ample development support, including generous individual training and development budget;
• Genuine opportunity to become involved in professional associations and build a profile;
• Competitive salary.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic international team, please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter) online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/) to Laura Juillet, Head of Human Resources. For any questions regarding this role, mail recruitment@lalive.law. Only direct applications considered.

Zur Erweiterung unseres Litigations- und White Collar Crime-Teams in Zürich suchen wir für die Beratung und Verfahrungsführung vor staatlichen Gerichten und Behörden eine(n) erfahrene(n) Rechtsanwältin/Rechtsanwalt.

Wir erwarten von Ihnen überdurchschnittliche Qualifikationen, Teamfähigkeit sowie mehrere Jahre Arbeitserfahrung als Rechtsanwältin/Rechtsanwalt im Bereich Litigation und/oder White Collar Crime. Zusatzqualifikationen wie ein LL.M. oder Doktorat sind willkommen, aber keine Voraussetzung. Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift sind unerlässlich. Weitere Fremdsprachen sind ein Vorteil.

Wir bieten Ihnen eine anspruchsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit in einem modernen, kollegialen und internationalen Umfeld mit flacher Hierarchie. Aufstiegschancen sind in unserer stetig organisch wachsenden Kanzlei eine Selbstverständlichkeit. Sie geniessen von Beginn an grosses Vertrauen, Selbständigkeit und direkten Klientenkontakt.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Bitte richten Sie Ihre Bewerbung online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/) an Frau Rita Marti, HR Manager. Für allfällige Fragen kontaktieren Sie bitte recruitment@lalive.law. Es werden nur direkte Bewerbungen berücksichtigt.

We are currently looking for a highly committed Swiss-qualified associate to join our arbitration team, based in our Geneva or our Zurich office.

 This role requires technical excellence, rigour, motivation and a strong ability to work independently in a multi-jurisdictional environment.

 What we look for:

• Trained and qualified in Switzerland;
• Excellent academic credentials;
• At least two years of prior experience in international arbitration;
• Strong research, analytical and drafting skills;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Structured, precise and organised;
• Strong written and oral English imperative; Russian or Arabic language skills would be an asset;
• Swiss work permit required.

What we offer:

• A stimulating international environment with a team of experienced arbitration lawyers;
• Highly interesting work on cross-border mandates, including high profile and high-value commercial and investment arbitration cases in a variety of industries;
• Ample development support, including generous individual training and development budget;
• Genuine opportunity to become involved in professional associations and build a profile;
• Competitive salary.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic international team, please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter) online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/) to Laura Juillet, Head of Human Resources. For any questions regarding this role, mail recruitment@lalive.law. Only direct applications considered.

We always welcome strong applications from talented individuals keen to join our dynamic and international team.

Our roles in the Arbitration and Litigation Practice Groups require technical excellence, rigour, motivation and a strong ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter) online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/). For any questions, mail recruitment@lalive.law.

We offer 18-month traineeships in Geneva and 12-month traineeships in Zurich in preparation of the Swiss bar exam. Our trainees work in the litigation practice group, with different teams of lawyers, allowing them to gain professional experience in an international law firm focusing on dispute resolution.

We welcome candidates who have graduated from university with excellent grades, wishing to gain practical experience in a challenging, high powered environment. Command of the respective Swiss national language is a must, as is a very good working knowledge of English.

Recruitment for positions in our Geneva and Zurich offices are on a rolling basis and we are currently welcoming all applications.

If you are interested in applying to LALIVE’s traineeship program, please submit your cover letter, CV, university certificates and grades online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/). Please specify when you will be completing the Ecole d’avocature (for Geneva) or your master studies (for Zurich). For any questions regarding this role, mail recruitment@lalive.law. 

We offer 6-month internships in our International Arbitration Practice Group in Geneva.

We welcome applications from candidates demonstrating a keen interest in international arbitration, whether through academic studies or practical experience, as well as excellence.

Our positions are filled on a rolling basis, with the next available position starting in February 2022. Unfortunately we are only able to consider applications from candidates with a Swiss or EU passport, or from countries which have a bilateral agreement with Switzerland with respect to work permits - more information in the following link: https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/themen/arbeit/berufspraktikum.html.

If you are interested in applying to LALIVE’s international traineeship program, please submit your cover letter and CV as well as copies of any diplomas and other qualifications online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/), specifying in your application when you would be available to start an internship. For any questions regarding this role, please mail recruitment@lalive.law.

An international law firm specialised in dispute resolution with offices in Geneva, Zurich and London, LALIVE is currently looking for a Marketing and Business Development Executive, to be based in Zurich. Working as part of the firm’s overall Marketing and Business Development team, and reporting to the Head of Marketing and Business Development, the role will entail ‘front-line’ responsibility for the firm’s marketing and business development in Zurich and will provide a supporting role to the team and firm’s marketing and business development as a whole.

Key responsibilities include:

• In coordination with the Head of Marketing and Business Development, preparing content, collecting information, drafting and editing marketing materials and news for internal and external dissemination, including on the firm’s website and social media channels, particularly (but not only) in relation to the firm’s business in Zurich and German-speaking Switzerland, Germany and Austria;
• Supporting the Zurich office partners in their business development activities, including through conducting research, assisting in their targeting of clients, organising corporate visits, assisting in the organisation of the Zurich office’s events, and providing administrative and other assistance as required;
• Preparing bids and answers to RFPs, including the drafting, reviewing and editing of such documents in English and/or German;
• Working on the submission process for legal directories and awards, including drafting submissions, coordinating interviews, monitoring progress and success planning and coordinating the firm’s sponsorship and advertising engagements in key fora, especially in Zurich and German-speaking Switzerland;
• Supporting and advising Zurich associates in their business development, in line with the firm’s overall business development and marketing strategy;
• Providing overall support to the Marketing and Business Development team on all business development and marketing initiatives across the firm, including via various digital media.

Your profile:

• Recognised qualification in marketing, communications or law is preferred;
• Bilingual-level German/English, or German native or equivalent level speaker with strong level of English is a pre-requisite; knowledge of French would be an asset;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing, BD or communication, with ideally at least 2 years having been spent in a Zurich based law firm; knowledge and experience of disputes resolution practices would be an asset but is not essential;
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, InDesign, Photoshop and Wordpress;
• Proven ability to work in a team as well as autonomously, with strong communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and to work closely with senior stakeholders;
• Rigorous organisational skills and a keen eye for detail;
• Talented, proactive, and motivated to learn and develop.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic international team, please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter, in English) online (www.lalive.law/careers) marked for the attention of Laura Juillet, Head of Human Resources. For any questions regarding this role please email recruitment@lalive.law. Only direct applications considered.

We always welcome strong applications from talented and motivated individuals interested in joining our dynamic and international team. We have dedicated support staff in several professional disciplines, including administration, finance, information technology, secretarial and reception.

Please submit your application documents (CV, cover letter, diplomas and work certificates) online (https://www.lalive.law/careers/). For any questions, mail recruitment@lalive.law.