Head Of Legal Swarco Group (M/F/D)

Company Description

Traffic is our world. SWARCO’s products and systems make it safer, smoother, and more comfortable. 5,700 mobility experts around the world are working on the traffic solutions for tomorrow and the day after tomorrow.

The Better Way. Every Day.

Fulltime, starting in January 2027

Job Description

• 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.)

Qualifications

• 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

Additional Information

• 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.