Head of Legal SWARCO Group (m/f/d)

• Head of the Legal Department of the SWARCO AG Group Holding
• Central point of contact for legal matters across the Group
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating international agreements with internal and external partners, including in the areas of M&A, Sales & Distribution, and R&D
• Responsibility for IP management, particularly the coordination of trademarks, patents, and other intellectual property rights
• Handling proceedings before courts and public authorities
• Coordination of external lawyers and legal advisors
• Cross-functional collaboration with specialist departments (M&A, Finance, HR, etc.)

• Completed degree in Law (Austrian or German law preferred)
• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably including experience in a law firm or in the legal department of a company
• Experience in an international environment and with cross-border legal matters
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken, with strong negotiation proficiency
• Strong advisory skills, resilience, assertiveness, and a solution-oriented approach
• Strong analytical skills, combined with a pragmatic working style and a hands-on mentality
• Independent and structured approach to work
• Ability to work effectively in a team, commitment, and flexibility

• Attractive salary: depending on experience; development opportunities within the SWARCO Group
• Work-Life-Balance: flexible working hours, home office and additional vacation days
• Training and development: comprehensive onboarding program as well as various offers over the SWARCO Academy, individual trainings and job rotation possibility worldwide
• Mobility: free parking, good accessibility by public transport and bike leasing
• Internationality: collegial and multicultural environment with varied tasks in a successful group with family DNA
• Health & fitness: on-site massage and sports facilities as well as a well-equipped, ergonomic workplace in a modern office building
• Social responsibility: we live sustainability, find more information here
• Food & drink: meal allowance, use of a canteen, fruit, snacks, and various drinks for free
• Company events: Christmas party, company runs and much more
• Further benefits: with partner companies and sport events, recommendation program and appreciative gifts on special occasions

We offer a very attractive and performance-related salary, which is based on your qualifications and professional experience. This is significantly above the collective agreement for employees and apprentices in commercial enterprises.