Legal advisor in Data Protection

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

Your role

You are an expert in data protection field and, as such, you will be responsible for assisting the Data Protection Officer with a range of mission-related activities, including providing advice, compliance initiatives, and handling GDPR-related requests. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Monitor & validate the entries in the personal data processing records of the University
• Review, draft, and negotiate agreements related to personal data processing in compliance with GDPR requirements.
• Support the DPO in advising and providing legal opinions to internal stakeholders
• Help the DPO in conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments
• Support the DPO for managing data breaches
• Ensure the DPO's back-up during absences
• Support the DPO regarding data subject requests, e.g right of access, right of erasure
• Assist the DPO in the different actions of the compliance projects

Your profile

• Master in Law or equivalent covering the field of data protection
• Professional experience of at least 4 years in a similar position or in a position dealing mainly with data protection
• Expertise in data protection issues, including regulation, implementation principles and solutions, processes and technologies involved and organisational aspects
• Interest for data protection and anciliary regulation, e.g. e-privacy, legislation & new technologies, e.g AI Act
• Professional proficiency in English and French is mandatory. Any other language is considered as an asset
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office
• Expected skills & qualities:
• proactivity, flexibility, autonomy & pragmatism
• good negotiation and communication skills
• Confidentiality and discretion

We offer

• 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 …

How to apply

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.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Legal advisor
• Job Reference: UOL07988

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