Legal Trainee / Legal Trainee

Job ID

REQ-10074716

Date Posted

March 25, 2026

Location

Switzerland

Summary

We are excited to offer two 6-month legal traineeship positions within our Legal for Corporate Functions team. One position will commence on January 1, 2027, and the other on June 1, 2027.

About the Role

Are you interested in pursuing a dynamic career in law? Our legal trainee position provides an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on, in-house legal experience within a leading multinational pharmaceutical company. At Novartis, over 70,000 unique individuals collaborate towards a common goal: to Reimagine Medicine for millions of patients worldwide.

We are looking for motivated and diligent legal trainees who embrace the challenge of navigating through ambiguous legal landscapes. If you are curious and eager to learn, and genuinely passionate about making a difference, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as a vital support to our Legal team, providing essential advice in employment law, including matters related to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, as well as litigation and investigation. You will engage with complex global and local issues, turning challenges into effective solutions.
• Engage in practical tasks, managing individual legal cases and participating in major projects (e.g., reorganizations, divestments, implementation of new policies and processes, artificial intelligence, etc.). You will also be involved in drafting and reviewing agreements, internal regulations, and templates, allowing you to shift from theory to practical application and make a meaningful impact.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and develop legal memoranda to breakdown complex concepts into understandable insights, contributing to our collective success.

What You'll Bring to the Role

• Swiss Bachelor of Law (BLaw) and Master of Law (MLaw) – the Master’s degree must be completed before the start date.
• Excellent proficiency in English and German, both verbal and written.
• High motivation and capability to work independently on challenging tasks and projects.
• Prior legal internship experience and knowledge in employment law is an advantage.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are excited to contribute and eager to learn, apply online using the form below. Please include a cover letter detailing your motivation for the position and your availability regarding the two traineeships (i.e., start date of January 1, 2027, or June 1, 2027). Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you require assistance due to a medical condition or disability during the recruitment process, or if you need detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please contact us via email at diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com. Ensure to include the job requisition number in your message.

Why Novartis?

Helping people with diseases and their families requires more than just innovative science; it demands a community of smart, passionate individuals. At Novartis, we collaborate, support, and inspire one another to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Are you ready to create a brighter future with us?

Learn more about our culture and values.

Benefits and Rewards

Discover all the ways we will support your personal and professional growth.

Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB).

Division

Legal

Business Unit

Legal

Location

Switzerland

Site

Basel (City)

Company / Legal Entity

C010 (FCRS = CH010) Novartis International AG

Functional Area

Others

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Early Career (Fixed-term)

Shift Work

No