Legal advisor

Within its Legal office at the Central administration, the University of Luxembourg is looking for a Legal advisor. The successful candidate will be liaising with and assisting the University faculties and interdisciplinary centers, as well as other University services in relation with their legal needs. 

• Provide legal advice and support for all types of legal documents and contracts, in particular for research-related contracts.
• Ensure the development of legal documentation and preparation of contracts, in accordance with legal regulations.
• Support informed decision-making, enhance organizational value, ensure legal compliance, and protect the University’s legal interests and reputation.
• Draft, negotiate and review a broad range of legal documents and agreements, such as research collaborations, licensing agreements, material transfer, academic, NDAs, service agreements, etc.
• Analyze and verify potential risks, proposing solutions.
• Liaise with other University services to provide all-rounded advice on projects, in particular working in close contact with the colleagues in charge of technology transfer, data protection, procurement, taxation, human resources, academic affairs, students affairs, finance, etc.
• Advise on different fields of expertise: intellectual property, state aid, public research funding, provision of services, academic affairs, creation of start-ups, public procurement, etc.
• Contribute to the development of the University’s policies, procedures and overarching projects.

• Master’s degree in law or equivalent
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a similar position
• Fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of German would be as a strong advantage
• Solid experience in contracts law
• Specialization in Intellectual Property Law is an advantage
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with attention to details and accuracy
• Team player, able to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, capable of coping with pressure

• 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 …