Experienced Legal Counsel, Commercial Legal and Procurement

European Stability Mechanism (ESM)

Luxembourg
CDI
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We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join and strengthen our Commercial Legal and Procurement (CLP) team to assist the ESM Legal function in executing its deliverables. The CLP team is part of the wider Legal and Procurement division, led by the Head of Legal and Procurement within the General Counsel department.This position involves, among other things, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts as well as providing legal advice on the ESM Procurement Policy and its procedures, and supporting the drafting of procurement-related documents from a legal perspective. In addition, the selected person will be expected to be available as an additional legal resource, within the limits of their professional competence, to other areas where the Legal division is engaged. More information on the ESM procurement function can be found on our dedicatedKey accountabilities

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts from a legal point of view with external service providers and suppliers.
Provide legal advice on the

, review procurement documents from a legal point of view and provide legal support in the drafting of procurement-related documents * Provide commercial legal advice to internal business clients, regarding the interpretation of contracts and procurement documents and any other legal aspects concerning commercial contracts and procurement matters.

Apply internal policies and procedures applicable to commercial contracts and procurement processes.
Conduct research, prepare memos, develop institutional knowledge, and remain informed on legal and regulatory matters and important trends that impact the procurement operations of the ESM.
Collaborate closely with Procurement Officers and other colleagues in the team and across the ESM related to the above responsibilities.
Handle administrative tasks related to the above responsibilities.

Key background & experience

University degree in law
At least three years post bar admittance experience relevant for the position, preferably including professional experience in an international law firm, company, organisation, or body
Fluent written and spoken English, and the ability to draft the highest quality legal documents in English
Demonstrated ability to work with experienced professionals, either as internal or external clients
A good practical understanding of commercial business matters

Key competencies

Service-oriented, proactive team player
Flexible attitude and ability to manage a variety of tasks
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills, including ability to explain legal matters and advice clearly and concisely to non-lawyers
Good organisational skills and ability to work under pressure, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability to work quickly and accurately with attention to detail
Ability to understand and mediate between different perspectives
Reliable and trustworthy, with a strong sense of ethics, discretion, and diplomacy

Practical/additional information

Deadline for application: 26 April 2024
Employment grade: Officer/Senior Officer
Contract duration: Four years, with possibility of extension
Place of employment: Luxembourg
Current working arrangements: possibility to work remotely, usually up to two days a week, from Luxembourg and the border region (or from further away under certain conditions).

The ESM aims to provide equal opportunity to all candidates irrespective of their gender, nationality, age, race, culture, education, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage women to apply.Note 1: The ESM reserves the right to refrain from hiring, or to slightly modify job responsibilities, as needed.Note 2: As a result of the selection process, please note that you may be placed on a 'reserve list' valid for a duration of six months during which you might be considered for a similar position with a similar level of requirements. Only those candidates who have been notified will be placed on the 'reserve list'. After this period, you will need to apply again for our vacancies to be considered for a different selection process.

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