About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Our employees are the heart of Datwyler - we treat each other with respect, trust and appreciation. We have strong roots and values that have been well established in our 100-year corporate history. Become part of our great team as a...</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:24.0pt"><strong>Legal Counsel IP and Technology-related Contracts</strong> (all genders) </span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:24.0pt">Group Functions</span></p> <p> </p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Legal Counsel IP and Technology-related Contracts is responsible for managing and safeguarding Datwyler’s intellectual property (IP) across a wide range of commercial, R&D and technology-driven activities. This role provides end-to-end contract support, ensures compliance with applicable legal frameworks, and enables strategic business partnerships through well-structured agreements and risk-informed decision-making.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><br><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Your Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead end-to-end legal reviews of complex IP, supply, R&D, and technology agreements from initial draft to final execution.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Protect corporate intellectual property during commercial transactions, ensuring full legal compliance and alignment with business goals.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Drive the implementation and optimization of legal-tech tools, including automated NDA workflows and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Structure, draft, and negotiate high-value licensing agreements, joint ventures, and strategic innovation partnerships.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Conduct structured risk assessments across contracts and projects, proposing proactive mitigation strategies to minimize company liability.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide strategic legal counsel to internal stakeholders, translating emerging regulatory and compliance trends into actionable business advice.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Advise on general commercial law matters, with a specific focus on industrial tooling, co-development, and purchasing contracts.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support legal governance frameworks by collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, procurement, and executive leadership teams.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><br><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Your Profile</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Law degree (LL.M. or equivalent preferred).</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">2-3 years proven experience in IP law, contract management, and commercial agreements.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong understanding of licensing, R&D collaborations, and technology contracts.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience with CLM systems and legal tech tools is an advantage.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Highly structured and organized, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Fluent English and German skills are required (both C2). </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Ready to start?</strong> Marko Colic (Manager HR Europe) and the recruiting team are looking forward to getting to know you. Feel free to reach out with any questions by email ([email protected]) or phone (+41 41 875 13 50).</span></p> <p> </p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Be yourself at Datwyler</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><a href="http://www.datwyler.com">www.datwyler.com</a></span></p>