Legal Counsel Switzerland - Group Legal Team

Company Description

Are you ready to join one of the fastest-growing energy groups in Europe? At MET Group, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, we are transforming the energy landscape across 17 European countries and beyond, with an office in Singapore. Our dynamic team is at the forefront of supplying natural gas and electricity, focusing on wholesale, sales, and trading of energy commodities. We are also dedicated to build and operate renewable assets like solar, onshore wind parks and battery energy storage systems, as well as flexible conventional assets such as CCGTs and CHPs.

Our mission is to transform traditional European energy markets through innovation towards a sustainable future. Our success and growth lie mainly on our people: we are proud to have talented and highly motivated colleagues on board. We are committed to continuously improving our work environment, and we are glad that our dedication to excellence in people practices has been recognized with the Top Employer Switzerland certification in 2024 and 2025.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious goals.  Here are the key responsibilities and skills we need for the following vacancy in our Legal team in Switzerland.

Job Description

• Support the board of the Sales and Trading Segment and act as the trusted advisor for governance matters.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice and support on Swiss corporate law.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents related to holding and service functions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Swiss regulations (focus on data protection and ESG).
• Advise on Swiss employment law.
• Support transactions and renewable projects in Switzerland.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures in Switzerland.
• Represent MET in legal proceedings in Switzerland when necessary.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a law firm or legal department of an international group
• Swiss Master of Law
• Swiss bar exam considered an asset
• Comfortable communicator towards senior management
• Proficiency in German and English
• Additional language skills are considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Information

What we offer

• Working in a truly international environment consisting of ca. 60 nationalities
• Joining a fast-growing company exploring new markets and opportunities
• Engaging with a wide range of legal and corporate governance  topics
• Working with the best-in-class industry experts and talents
• Impactful work –  enjoying a high degree of freedom and responsibility
• Benefiting from international career opportunities also due to company`s growth
• Highly competitive renumeration system, above-market earning potential via our unique performance-based bonus scheme
• Top-notch office facilities
• Engaging company events from Group teambuilding till festive celebrations such as Santa party for kids
• Remote work possibilities