Paralegal Officer

The University | About us...

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University's faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its "international outlook," #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

We're looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place!

Your Role...

• Provide organisational, legal and administrative assistance and support to the legal service, the legal advisors and the University (internal customers). Actively contribute to the legal team priorities and support to the users.
• Gather information, research the law, prepare opinions and legal documents. Manage legal files, as well as contracts. Ensure the development of legal documentation, preparation, and validation of all kinds of agreements and legal documents, in accordance with the laws and regulations and in line with UL requirements.
• Contribute to decision making, add value to the organization and facilitate the achievement of objectives as well as safeguard the legal position and reputation of the University of Luxembourg, ensure legal compliance.
• Collect and edit information and files relative to legal issues.
• Provide general assistance to the legal team and the University Community regarding legal requests.
• Drafting of correspondence, individual agreements and responses.
• Handling the signature processes, post mails, archiving of legal documents.

The Paralegal Officer will join the very dynamic Office of Legal Affairs Team and will report to the Team Leader.

What we expect from you…

• Bachelor degree in law or equivalent by work expertise.
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar position, with experience in contract drafting and use of contract databases.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French (German and Luxembourgish would be an advantage).
• A strong team spirit complemented by the capacity for independent work, along with problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Open minded, with ability to integrate in a fast changing and very international environment.

How to apply...

Applications should be in French or English and 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.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Paralegal officer
• Job Reference: UOL06509