Legal Counsel

Job Description

Posted Friday 7 August 2026 at 04:00

Dr. Schär is a global community of innovative and collaborative people, free to think outside the box and to unlock their full potential in terms of creativity, capability, and courage.

The position works closely with the Head of Legal Services, various business departments, and external advisors. It provides legal support across relevant areas of responsibility, advises internal stakeholders on legal matters, and contributes to ensuring an appropriate legal framework that supports the business and the company's objectives

Your Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to business functions in their day-to-day operations
• Draft, review, and negotiate national and international contracts
  Support activities related to data protection (privacy), intellectual property, and Research & Development
• Contribute to corporate governance, compliance, and Supervisory Body (ODV) matters
• Assist with debt collection activities and coordinate with external law firms
• Support the digital transformation of the legal function, particularly in the area of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  Ensure legal and compliance requirements are met in connection with the use of AI technologies

Your Profile

• Degree in Law
• Professional experience gained in a law firm or in a corporate environment, with a focus on contract law and business support
• Knowledge of data protection and intellectual property matters
• Excellent knowledge of German and Italian, as well as very good English language skills, both written and spoken
• Structured and autonomous way of working, strong team spirit, and a solution-oriented mindset
• Admission to the Bar is considered an advantage
• Global Mindset: Working in an international environment
• Nature meets Design: Working in the midst of greenery in a highly modern and sustainable workplace
• Perfect Start: An individual "Onboarding Program" and support from your buddy
• Food: An in-house canteen, fresh fruit and snacks
• Childcare: An in-house daycare center and “Dr. Schär Kids Care”
• Family: workplace recognized with the 'auditfamilieundberuf' certificate
• Flexibility: Life-phase-oriented work with flexible working hours and smart working
• Long Term Wellbeing : Health and pension fund and in-house fitness program
• Growth: Dr. Schär Academy with a variety of training opportunities and language programs
• Playtime & Team Spirit: Calcetto, table tennis, lunch roulette in the in-house garden
• Magic Moments: Company parties, events, and gift

In accordance with EU Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency, we indicate a starting salary of EUR 45,000 gross per year for this position. Depending on the candidate's professional experience, qualifications, skills, and the scope of responsibilities required, the final compensation package may exceed this amount. Dr. Schär is committed to fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory compensation practices. During the selection process, we assess candidates solely based on their qualifications, competencies, experience, and suitability for the position.

The position is open to people of all genders, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion.