We are seeking to reinforce our Legal Department with a Junior Legal Counsel who will support a wide range of legal activities across the organisation. This role will primarily involve reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts, supporting EU-funded activities, assisting in internal compliance, and supporting procurement processes where needed.

Your responsibilities:
1. Contracting & General Legal Support
Draft, review, and negotiate the legal terms of various agreements (service, partnership, collaboration, subgranting, NDAs, etc.) under the supervision of senior legal counsel.
Support contract lifecycle management, including repository maintenance.
Assist the team in the improvement of legal templates and contract processes.

2. Support for EU Funding & Grant Framework
Assist in reviewing and implementing grant agreements and EU/EIT funding rules.
Support negotiation and review of consortium agreements and project agreements.
Conduct legal research on EU funding regulations to ensure compliance.

4. Procurement (Supporting Role)




Provide legal support for procurement procedures when required.
Review RFQs, RFPs, tender documentation, and supplier contracts.
Assist in resolving contract-related issues during procurement processes.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with project managers, finance, administration, and other internal teams.
Provide basic legal guidance and support on contractual and funding matters within the organization.

6. Risk Management & Reporting
Identify potential legal risks in documentation and escalate when necessary.
Assist in preparing legal updates and reports for management.

7. General Legal Matters
Support broader legal matters relevant to an international non-profit under Belgian law.
Assist with IP, and data protection matters.
Perform additional tasks assigned by the Head of Legal or COO.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Master’s degree in Law, or equivalent legal qualification relevant to the role
3 years of legal experience (internsh

📌 Junior Legal Counsel (Madrid)
🏢 EIT Food
📍 Madrid