(Senior) Legal Counsel, 100%, Baar

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 185 billion in assets under management and around 2,000 professionals across 24 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.

What it's about The Corporate Legal team is a trusted partner to the firm and its internal stakeholders, providing pragmatic legal advice across a wide range of matters and strategic projects. With a strong commercial mindset, the team helps enable the business while protecting the firm’s interests and reputation.

Partners Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced (Senior) Legal Counsel, Data Privacy&Technology to join its Corporate Legal team. In this role, you will help shape the firm’s approach to data privacy and technology law across its global operations, with a particular focus on Europe and the GDPR.

You will advise on compliance with data privacy regulations, support technology‑related legal matters, and work closely with management and key stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks. The role offers broad exposure to strategically important, high-impact projects, as well as significant scope to take ownership and drive meaningful change.

Key roles and responsibilities

Be a strategic advisor to stakeholders (including senior management) on data privacy, AI, cybersecurity and technology law

Drive and continuously improve GDPR compliance (and related frameworks), flagging emerging risks early and proposing practical responses

Lead negotiation and drafting of commercial agreements (e.g., MSAs, tech and HR contracts), including DPAs and TIAs

Build and evolve data protection governance: policies, procedures, templates and decision‑making frameworks that scale globally

Lead the legal response to data breaches and data subject requests, coordinating with relevant functions

Create and deliver privacy training and awareness that actually sticks and supports a privacy‑by‑design culture

Steer global privacy initiatives and act as an internal subject‑matter expert people want to involve early

Manage external counsel efficiently and serve as a key contact point for regulators/public authorities when needed

What we expect

Law degree and bar admission (Swiss bar admission a plus)

4–10 years of relevant experience (international law firm and/or in‑house; financial services and/or tech exposure preferred)

Strong, hands‑on knowledge of GDPR and privacy risk management in real‑world business settings

Proven strength in drafting/negotiating technology and commercial contracts, including privacy and data transfer provisions

Confident judgment under pressure (e.g., incident response) with the ability to balance legal risk, urgency, and business priorities

Clear communicator who can simplify complex topics and influence decisions across levels and functions

Organised, pragmatic, improvement‑minded—someone who leaves things better than they found them

Fluent English; German is an advantage

What we offer Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start‑up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:

Competitive compensation including performance‑based bonuses and a daily lunch allowance

Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn from industry leaders and seasoned professionals

Comprehensive career development through challenging opportunities, hands‑on training, dedicated mentorship, and our PG Academy learning platform

Premium facilities including a state‑of‑the‑art building, diverse on‑site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes

Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities

Sabbatical program: one month off after every five years of service



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