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The Investment Advisory Agreement is essential for financial institutions and advisors providing investment advisory services in Switzerland. It serves as the primary contractual framework defining the advisory relationship between the financial service provider and their clients, whether private, professional, or institutional. The agreement must comply with the Swiss Financial Services Act (FinSA/FIDLEG), the Financial Institutions Act (FinIA/FINIG), and other relevant Swiss regulations. It typically includes detailed provisions on service scope, client classification, risk disclosures, fee structures, reporting obligations, and regulatory requirements. This document is crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance while protecting both the advisor's and client's interests in the Swiss financial services context.

1. Parties: Identification of the investment advisor and the client, including regulatory status and contact details

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the services to be provided

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of investment advisory services, including limitations and exclusions

5. Client Classification: Classification of the client according to FinSA categories (private, professional, or institutional)

6. Duties and Responsibilities: Obligations of both advisor and client, including information provision and communication requirements

7. Risk Disclosure: General investment risks and specific risks related to recommended investment strategies

8. Fees and Charges: Advisory fees, calculation method, payment terms, and third-party compensation disclosure

9. Conflicts of Interest: Disclosure and management of potential conflicts of interest

10. Client Information and Reporting: Requirements for client information updates and periodic reporting obligations

11. Confidentiality and Data Protection: Protection and handling of client data under Swiss law

12. Liability and Indemnification: Extent and limitations of advisor's liability and client indemnification provisions

13. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination provisions

14. Final Provisions: Governing law, jurisdiction, and amendment procedures