The EIB, the European Union’s bank, is seeking to recruit for its Human Resources Directorate (HR), HR Strategy and Governance Department (HRS&G), Employee Relations & Wellbeing Division (ER&W), HR Disciplinary and Review Procedures Unit (DRP) at its headquarters in Luxembourg, a (Associate) Human Resources Lawyer*.

*internal benchmark: (Associate) Officer Legal Services

This is a full time position at grade 4/5 for which the EIB offers a permanent contract.

Panel interviews are anticipated from mid-May onwards.

Purpose

The Employee Relations & Wellbeing Division brings together the legal expertise within the HR Directorate and serves as the key interface with the Legal Directorate on legal matters. The Division also provides expert advice on services and solutions for effective conflict prevention and management, developing and applying policies and handling conflict-resolution informal and formal procedures. It contributes to the social dialogue in the Bank by coordinating and supporting the implementation and update of the framework for social dialogue.

More specifically, the Disciplinary and Review Procedures Unit (DRP) is in charge of several internal HR pre-litigation procedures:

• The administrative review procedure, the purpose of which is for the EIB to be able to reconsider the legality of its own acts adversely affecting staff members;
• The Dignity at Work procedure, the purpose of which is to assess harassment complaints;
• The disciplinary procedure, the purpose of which is to assess the necessity to impose a disciplinary sanction on a staff member in case of established breaches of professional duties.

As an (Associate) Human Resources Lawyer you will manage the legal procedures within the DRP’s remit, draft legal documents required in the context of the legal procedures as well as provide legal guidance in relation to all staff matters.

Respect of the absolute confidentiality of personal related data, discretion and interpersonal sensitivity are key requirements of the post.

An intellectually challenging role with a broad scope of subject matter. This is an ideal role for those with a legal background, looking to further develop and add value through their knowledge and experience.

Operating Network

You will report to the Head of Unit and to the Head of Division and work in close cooperation with the other HR lawyers and colleagues in the Division.

Accountabilities

• Contribute to manage the legal procedures that fall within the HR Directorate’s remit: administrative review procedures, Dignity at Work procedures and disciplinary proceedings.
• Draft any legal documents (letters, notes, reports, minutes of meetings, reasoned opinions) required in the context of the legal procedures.
• Act as legal secretary for the Dignity at Work Panel and for the Disciplinary Committee and organise their functioning; act as legal support for the members of the Dignity at Work Panel and the Disciplinary Committee and provide them with legal advice, if needed.
• Provide legal research and advice on staff matters, including, but not limited to staff rights and benefits under EIB Staff Rules and Regulations, Data Protection, Code of Conduct, Performance evaluation and related matters, medical administrative procedures and other staff related procedures managed by the HR Directorate.
• Take part in the development of policies and draft legal texts.
• Take part in horizontal projects and initiatives, across the Division and/or beyond as needed.
• Keep up to date with legal developments in legislation, regulations and jurisprudence pertaining to the Division’s activities.
• Develop and maintain good relationships within the Bank.

Qualifications

• University degree in Law. Specialisation in EU Employment and Labour Law would be an advantage
• At least 3 years of legal professional experience
• Experience with an international organisation/company would be an asset
• Experience in labour law would also be an advantage
• Knowledge of EU institutional and policy framework, notably in the social relations field, would be an advantage
• Good understanding of the Bank’s mission, organisation and activities
• Discretion and maintaining confidentiality are essential
• Knowledge of standard office tools
• Excellent knowledge of English and/or French (*), with a good command of the other. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage.

Competencies

Find out more about EIB core competencies here

(*) Unless stated explicitly as a required qualification, a good command of French is not a pre-requisite for hire. As both English and French are however official working languages of the EIB, proficiency in both languages is a pre-requisite for your future career development. Any language clause in your contract must be fulfilled in order for you to be eligible for a promotion (either via the annual appraisal cycle or via an internal selection process). Proficiency is understood to mean the attainment of level 5 of the Inter Institutional language courses, corresponding to B1.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). The Bank offers appropriate training support.

We are an equal opportunities employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, disability or neurodiversity.

Applicants with specific needs are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIB Recruitment team [email protected] who will ensure that your request is handled.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorised disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.

Deadline for applications: 25^th April 2023

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