Responsable de procédures pénales

Overview

• Location: Berne, Suisse (and remote work)
• Employment level: 80–100%

This role involves leading complex criminal proceedings related to violations of the Gambling Act—handling both routine cases and large-scale, complex proceedings—autonomously in German and French, and representing the prosecuting authority through all judicial instances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal proceedings independently in German and French for violations of the Gambling Act, ranging from standard cases to complex, high-profile matters.
• Take responsibility for criminal investigations conducted under administrative criminal law, from the opening of proceedings to their closure.
• Order, organize, and direct coercive measures, including searches and seizures, in close collaboration with the police.
• Establish relevant facts in a targeted and efficient manner.
• Collect and analyze evidence in a structured way, including preparing for and conducting hearings.
• Draft and issue accurate criminal orders and decisions; contribute to the enforcement of final decisions.
• Represent the Commission in German and French in proceedings before all judicial bodies.

Requirements

• University degree in law.
• Several years of experience in criminal law and a strong commitment to criminal prosecution.
• Ability to quickly grasp complex situations, analyze them in a structured manner, and assess them accurately from a legal perspective.
• Excellent drafting skills and a solution-oriented approach.
• Teamwork skills with strong autonomy, confidence, and a clear sense of responsibility.
• Very good active knowledge of two official languages.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A (not specified in the posting)

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Support and advice on occupational health topics (physical and mental health).
• Targeted opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development.
• Modern work tools, including encouragement to use new technologies, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence.
• A professional mobile phone with subscription; may be used privately if desired.
• Offices in the city center with good public access and many options for nearby dining.
• A free half-fare travelcard subscription or participation in the costs of the general travelcard (GA).

Additional Information

• The position is within an interdisciplinary and motivated team that supports one another and works closely together.
• Professional development and collaboration are emphasized, including active team cohesion.