25 Jun

Clerk of the Court

Vevey

Description

Job Description

Are you interested in the judicial field?

Do you particularly enjoy drafting judicial decisions and taking minutes during hearings?

Do you wish to develop in a stimulating work environment?

Join us!

Attached to the Vaud Judicial Order, the nine justices of the peace in the canton rule in first instance in civil matters. They are also authorities for the protection of adults and children.

The Justice of the Peace of the Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut district, which employs nearly 30 magistrates and collaborators, is looking for a clerk of the court.

Responsibilities

Assist the Justices of the Peace during hearings.
Analyse files, conduct all useful research, especially legal, to prepare the hearing and drafting activities.
Keep the hearing minutes up to date and draft judicial decision projects by writing the facts and ensuring all legal arguments are addressed (based on notes or instructions).
Make corrections made by the judge in charge of the file and ensure the proper formatting of the original decision as well as its finalisation.
Participate in file management (mail, telephone, etc.) and conduct legal research.

More information can be found in the job description by clicking here.

Do you have questions? Mrs Myriam Wider, First Clerk, is happy to assist you at 021 557 94 44.

Qualifications

Master's degree in law or equivalent university qualification
Several years of professional experience preferred
Sense of public service and responsibility
Interest in drafting judicial decisions and taking minutes
Excellent spelling, typing skills, rigor, precision and discretion
Very good stress resistance

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to present an extract from the debt collection register and a criminal record dated less than 3 months.

WHO ARE WE?

Alongside the legislative and executive powers, the Vaud Judicial Order (OJV) serves as the third cantonal power.

In a constantly evolving context with numerous jurisdictional and institutional challenges, we have the duty to ensure the proper application of laws within the State. Spread across the entire cantonal territory, our 33 judicial authorities and offices employ more than 1,800 collaborators and magistrates fully committed to our sovereign missions, essential to the functioning of our canton.

For more information, click here to visit our website.

Why join the State of Vaud?

The State of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and opportunities for advancement. Working conditions are guided by themes of equality, inclusion, sustainability and professional ethics in an environment conducive to work-life balance.

To learn more about our benefits, visit our Employer State page.

Publication date17/06/2026 06:04
LocationVevey, Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut, Switzerland
Apply before30/06/2026 21:55
Start dateImmediate or to be agreed. 3-month fixed-term contract, renewable
Salary grade11
Contract typeFixed-term monthly auxiliaries
Work rate80-90%
AddressJustice of the Peace of the Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut district
Mrs Myriam Wider, First Clerk
Rue du Musée 6
1800 Vevey