Follow the process to conclude the licence agreements for the distribution of intellectual property owned by EUROCONTROL, in accordance with the Intellectual Property Rights Policy Guidelines and in coordination with technical managers and the Legal Service. Revise and negotiate agreements ensuring compliance with relevant rules and decisions (e.g. EUROCONTROL Convention, Director General Decisions, Contract Regulations, Staff Regulations). Ensure effective management of agreements throughout their entire lifecycle by coordinating with internal business units across EUROCONTROL's four sites (HQ, MUAC, EALC, EIH). Contribute to working groups and projects as required, actively participating and providing input when necessary. Maintain EUROCONTROL’s central database of agreements, serving as a one-stop-shop for the storage of all agreements and licences for the whole Organisation.

Procurement:

Assist in and execute procurement procedures and contract preparation falling under the scope of the EUROCONTROL Contract Regulations. Analyse requests from technical managers and provide guidance and advice on the procurement procedures to be followed and establish purchase agreements, or, where appropriate, sales agreements in accordance with the existing regulations and practices to ensure requestors receive the most effective services or goods based on their specifications. Consult suppliers (using various procurement procedures, e.g. call for tenders, request for quotations, etc.) to obtain best prices and commercial conditions, and ensure acceptance of applicable general terms and conditions as well as other specific requirements. Prepare contracts and purchase orders using existing templates. Present draft call for tenders and/or contracts to the relevant internal approval committees. Conduct independently negotiations with suppliers for contractual terms for standard non-complex projects and terms.

Carry out any other task in line with the main purpose of the job including improvement actions.

Required qualifications, experience & competencies

Completed university studies of at least 3 years (Bachelor’s degree) in Law and professional experience of 1 year or completed university studies of 4 years (Master’s degree) in Law. In addition to the above, minimum 1-year relevant experience, preferably acquired in a public sector organisation. Experience in legal drafting including agreements or contracts. Experience in handling contractual agreements throughout their lifecycle, from initial signing to post-execution. Experience or understanding of public procurement in a public sector organisation. Drafting skills in English. Knowledge of the procurement working methods of an international organisation or public service would be an advantage. Communication: You are able to foster two-way communication. Analytical thinking: You analyse information and are able to identify relationships. Influencing: You know how to persuade others through the skilful use of available information. Customer focus: You adapt services to respond to customer needs. Quality focus: You deliver a consistent quality of work. Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, and professional integrity. Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment. Professional conduct in line with the corporate behaviours of the Agency, i.e. result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team-player approach. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. For this particular job, candidates must be proficient users of English at level C1 (oral and written) and independent users of French at level B2.
The levels relate to the European-framework-reference Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR).

Useful information

Applications will be accepted from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States only. The selected candidate will be offered a contract of 5 Year(s) and it may be renewed up to a maximum of 9 years or converted into an undetermined contract pursuant to the provisions of the Conditions of Employment of Contract Staff at EUROCONTROL. Before being established in the post, he/she will be requested to provide certified copies of his/her degrees and successfully serve a probationary period of 9 months. The successful candidate shall be engaged in principle at the basic grade of the advertised grades. Candidates declared suitable who are not selected for the post will be placed on a reserve list for similar roles. The reserve list will be valid for one year from the closing date of applications. Information on salary and benefits can be found on our Careers site EUROCONTROL is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality and diversity. In the event of equal merit, preference may be given to the applicant from the under-represented diversity characteristics in order to complement diversity of teams and rebalance the workforce. Candidates should go to our Careers site and read the tips on how to apply.

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