Partner – Real Estate Law

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We are a World-leading law firm to support influential entrepreneurs, families and enterprises in all areas of their professional and private lives in Switzerland and globally with full spectrum of litigation and arbitration, business law, tax advisory, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real estate, mergers & acquisitions, holding structures, trusts, foundations, mutual funds and strategic advisory services.

We serve clients with regulatory licensing, stock exchange listings, bond issuances, structured products, and blockchain-based token offerings.

Additionally, we advise on government relations and lobbying, as well as negotiating with high level transactions.

Our firm counts among its clients many of most successful Swiss and global entrepreneurs in industry and finance as well as countless Forbes billionaires.

Position: Partner – Real Estate Law
Location: Zurich
Workload: 100% full-time

Job objective

As Senior Real Estate Lawyer, you advise domestic and international clients on high-value real estate transactions and property law matters across Switzerland. You bring deep expertise in Swiss real estate law, combined with a strong command of related corporate, tax, and financing aspects. You work closely with our notarial, M&A, and tax practice groups, and serve as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, family offices, and institutional investors in all matters relating to property acquisition, development, and structuring.

Responsibilities

Real Estate Transactions

• Advise buyers, sellers, and investors on the acquisition, disposal, and financing of residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate in Switzerland
• Lead legal due diligence on real estate assets, including title review, land register analysis, encumbrances, easements, building rights, and zoning compliance
• Negotiate and draft purchase agreements, option agreements, pre-emption rights, and transfer documentation
• Structure and execute sale-and-leaseback arrangements, joint ventures, co-ownership structures, and portfolio transactions
• Coordinate with notaries, land registries, surveyors, and financing banks to ensure seamless transaction execution
• Advise on distressed real estate, enforcement proceedings, and asset disposals in restructuring contexts

Development & Leasing

• Advise developers, owners, and investors on real estate development projects, including planning law, construction contracts, and project structuring
• Draft and negotiate commercial and residential lease agreements, including anchor tenant leases and build-to-suit arrangements
• Advise on property management agreements, facility contracts, and service level arrangements
• Guide clients on zoning matters, building permits, and administrative proceedings before cantonal authorities

Structuring & Regulatory

• Advise on LFADN (Lex Koller) restrictions applicable to foreign investors and structure compliant acquisition and holding vehicles
• Advise on real estate holding structures, including direct ownership, SPV structures, and property funds
• Support clients on real estate aspects of estate planning, succession, trust, and foundation arrangements
• Coordinate with tax advisors on stamp duty, transfer taxes, capital gains, and VAT implications of real estate transactions
• Advise on condominium law (Stockwerkeigentum), co-ownership agreements, and building rights (Baurechte)

Client Relationship & Business Development

• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships with entrepreneurs, family offices, developers, and institutional investors
• Identify cross-selling opportunities with M&A, notarial, tax, and litigation practice groups
• Contribute to thought leadership through articles, client seminars, and representation at real estate industry events
• Mentor junior lawyers and trainees, sharing expertise and best practices
• Actively use AI-driven legal tools and contribute to the firm’s ongoing innovation agenda

Performance Indicators

• Mandate acquisition in real estate and related practice areas
• Cross-selling contribution across the firm’s practice groups
• Billable hours targets
• Client satisfaction and long-term retention

Marketing activities: newsletters, events, publications, and digital content

Requirements

Education

• Swiss bar admission (Anwaltspatent) — mandatory
• Excellent academic credentials in law; additional qualifications in real estate law, tax, or corporate law are a strong asset
• Further education or CAS/MAS in real estate or construction law is an advantage

Professional Experience

• 5 to 15 years of relevant post-qualification experience in real estate law, ideally within a top-tier law firm or in-house legal function of a real estate developer, bank, or institutional investor
• Demonstrated track record of independently leading complex real estate transactions
• Experience with cross-border property matters and international client structures is highly valued

Languages

• German — stylistically confident, legally precise written and spoken expression (mandatory)
• English — stylistically confident, professionally fluent (mandatory)
• French, Italian, or further languages are an asset given the firm’s international client base

Personal Competencies

• High integrity, professional credibility, and absolute discretion
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a client-first mentality
• Structured, commercially minded, and solution-oriented approach
• Resilient and self-driven under pressure, with a high degree of personal accountability
• Collaborative team player with an inclusive and constructive working style
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in developing and growing a client base
• Confident and charismatic, with the ability to represent the firm at conferences and events

What we offer to Partners

Entrepreneurial approach: Build and lead your practice — with full strategic autonomy. Partner-level access to strategic firm decisions and development. Cross -practice support from peers who value transparency and shared success. Hands-on support with business development, marketing, and client acquisition.

Inclusive Culture & Core Values: Our diverse team of 20 professionals from 7 nations work together to embody our core values: personal and entrepreneurial, economic and ecological, as well as social and ethical. Our client base reflects this diversity.

Prime Location: Our office is in the heart of Zurich, just 3 minutes from the main train station, offering a modern, bright, and welcoming workspace.

Competitive & Performance-Based Compensation: We offer a remuneration package that is both attractive and linked to your individual performance.

 

We treat all inquiries with full discretion and confidentiality.

We look forward to hearing from you!