Job Description

Lonza’s Legal Department in Basel (Switzerland) is looking for a legal trainee to support simple contracts review, mainly Confidentiality Agreements, for a duration of 12 months (fixed term) at 50%. It is usually possible to work distributed over all days of the week.

What you will get:

• A dynamic, agile career path with room to grow
• An inclusive, ethical, and supportive workplace culture
• A comprehensive benefits package tailored to your role and location

What you will do:

• Main tasks are the responsibility for the internal database, including archiving of contracts and collaboration with Lonza`s external service provider and the creation, review and negotiation of simple and standardized contracts, mainly Confidentiality Agreements, for the various business units under supervision of the responsible in-house counsel.
• The trainee will also be responsible to obtain signatures on all finally negotiated contracts, correspond with the opposing party to obtain a fully executed version and file it with the Contract Insight data base.
• Depending on requirements, aptness and availability the trainee may be requested contribute to other legal or administrative tasks required by Lonza’s Legal Department.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum: Bachelors in Law.
• Fluent in English and good understanding of German languages.
• The candidate shall have a diligent working method. In addition, the trainee is expected to have a quick perception and interest in legal issues.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.