Legal Counsel IP and Technology related Contracts (all genders)

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.

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Legal Counsel IP and Technology-related Contracts (all genders) 
Group Functions

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.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end legal reviews of complex IP, supply, R&D, and technology agreements from initial draft to final execution.


• Protect corporate intellectual property during commercial transactions, ensuring full legal compliance and alignment with business goals.


• Drive the implementation and optimization of legal-tech tools, including automated NDA workflows and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.


• Structure, draft, and negotiate high-value licensing agreements, joint ventures, and strategic innovation partnerships.


• Conduct structured risk assessments across contracts and projects, proposing proactive mitigation strategies to minimize company liability.


• Provide strategic legal counsel to internal stakeholders, translating emerging regulatory and compliance trends into actionable business advice.


• Advise on general commercial law matters, with a specific focus on industrial tooling, co-development, and purchasing contracts.


• Support legal governance frameworks by collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, procurement, and executive leadership teams.

Your Profile

• Law degree (LL.M. or equivalent preferred).


• 2-3 years proven experience in IP law, contract management, and commercial agreements.


• Strong understanding of licensing, R&D collaborations, and technology contracts.


• Experience with CLM systems and legal tech tools is an advantage.


• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.


• 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.


• Fluent English  and German skills are required (both C2). 

Ready to start? 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).

Be yourself at Datwyler

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.

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