If you choose to study or do your research at the University of Luxembourg, you will be part of a young and dynamic institution seeking growth, to which you, as a student, researcher or lecturer, can contribute, and actively participate in its development process. The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the heart of Europe, a multilingual country and headquarters of many European institutions and businesses, offers a particularly interesting setting. Therefore, the University of Luxembourg resolutely seeks an international, multilingual vocation and founds privileged partnerships . Since August 12th 2003, the university offers Bachelor and Master Degrees, and Doctorates in line with the Bologna agreement as well as other specific courses . Research focuses on certain priori…
Your role is to provide legal advice and support, draft and negotiate contracts, contribute to decision making process, as well as to the development of policies in compliance with existing regulations. Embedded in a committed team, you will advocate the use of best practices in your domain and report directly to the C2DH Head of Operations. You will collaborate with several colleagues and liaise with central departments and offices of the University of Luxembourg, e.g. for GDPR, IPR and VAT topics. Close collaboration with the research projects owners and senior management is key and a problem-solving mind-set is requested.
More specifically, the job includes the following tasks:
- Advise management and stakeholders on the interpretation and application of laws and rules within the organisation, and support the development of legal awareness
- Initiate, develop, implement and monitor compliance of internal legal frameworks, policies and/or rules
- Draft, prepare, review and/or amend legal documents and contracts, considering the objectives and the legal and regulatory environment
- Monitor rights, obligations and formalities contained in Terms and Conditions of contracts
- Lead and/or participate and/or support contract negotiations
- Assess our legal position, and provide proposals and advice to resolve eventual disputes, and ensure litigation, if necessary, in accordance with internal guidelines
- Liaise and ensure relationship with internal and external lawyers, legal experts and/or consultants, and participate in expert meeting with other institutions or partners when needed
- Maintain internal databases and ensure proper, consistent and timely administration, archiving and registration of legal documents
- Anticipate legal changes by detecting and monitoring trends in case law, laws and relevant legislations, assessing their potential impacts and ensuring communication to concerned stakeholders
- Support the internal and external audits and evaluations related to the C²DH, its activities and projects
For further information, please contact herve.muller@uni.lu
The ideal candidate would have demonstrated experience in legal matters, ideally in complex and multicultural environments. We seek a highly motivated candidate with the following profile:
- Master’s degree in Contract law, IPR and/or GDPR, or equivalent by work experience
- 7 years of experience in legal affairs involving multiple stakeholders; previous experience in research environment and/or in a university would be an asset
- Ability to design, propose and/or negotiate contracts and/or adaptations to existing policies based on own expertise and research in various legal domains, establish interpretation of the law, provide legal advice and deal with important, complex and/or sensitive legal topics
- Demonstrated integrity and diplomacy, ability to apply sound judgment and critical thinking
- Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to interact in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
- Team player, solution-oriented, pragmatic, proactive and effective
- Proficiency with modern office software, spreadsheets and collaborative platforms
- Fluent in English and French, knowledge of German is a plus
- Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR)
- A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.
