SatCen/2026/018
- Legal Assistant – AI Act and Privacy
- Local Contract OPEN Deadline: 03/11/ :00 (Local Time Europe/Madrid) Reference SatCen/2026/018 Vacancy title Legal Assistant – AI Act and Privacy
- Local Contract Type of contract LOCAL Duration of contract 6 months Work Unit Director Office Reporting to Head of Legal Services Basic Salary € 32,000.00 (14 prorated payments in 12 monthly payments), subject to Spanish income tax and social security costs The European Union Satellite Centre (SatCen) supports the decision making and actions of the European Union in the field of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP), in particular the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) — including EU crisis management missions and operations — by providing products and services derived from the exploitation of relevant space assets and collateral data, including satellite and aerial imagery, and related services. SatCen is a decentralised agency of the European Union working under the supervision of the Political and Security Committee and the operational direction of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. The Centre was founded in 1992 as a Western European Union body and was incorporated as an EU agency on 1 January 2002. SatCen offers challenging and rewarding careers to enthusiastic, motivated and highly skilled professionals who want to work in an international, multicultural environment and contribute to the Centre's mission. The SatCen is seeking suitable candidates to establish a reserve list for the position of Legal Assistant – AI Act and Privacy.



The Legal Assistant – AI Act and Privacy reports to the Head of Legal Services and is mainly responsible for assisting the Legal Services in providing legal and procurement support regarding the AI Act implementation and Privacy matters in the EU environment. Closely collaborating with staff in the Legal Services, as well as other SatCen Divisions; Conducting legal assignments under the direction of SatCen legal staff; Conducting research on assigned issues, using existing law files and alternative sources (e.g., internet, intranet and/or other databases), analysing information, and summarising findings; Conducting legal analysis concerning technical requirements, risk and impact assessments under the AI Act; Drafting legal guidance and preparing training materials on the AI Act, Data Protection and other related matters; Assisting in the handling of contracts, regulatory compliance, legal tasks, and legal support. Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws concerning military service; Produce evidence of a thorough knowledge of English (minimum level B2) 4 , the working language of SatCen, and a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) of another official EU language to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties; Have no personal interest, financial or otherwise, that could conflict with the disinterested performance of the duties; Candidates must declare, during the procedure, any circumstances that could conflict with the performance of their duties at SatCen; Be aware that,



as SatCen is situated on an air force base outside Madrid with limited public transport to the entrance and none within the base itself, a driving licence is highly desirable — staff members are responsible for their own means of reaching the office. Have a level of education which corresponds to a completed university degree of at least three years in the field of Law, attested by a diploma A minimum of one year of professional experience in EU Law matters; Proven working experience in the implementation of the AI Act, including through legal analysis, compliance assessments, AI governance projects, policy development, procurement, regulatory implementation or related advisory work; Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office tools; A Master’s degree in the field of European Union Law; Relevant professional experience with the EU Data Protection Regulation (Regulation 2018/1725) and EU Public Procurement matters. A sound knowledge of EU law. Excellent research and analysis skills. SatCen is an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified candidates, without distinction as to nationality, age, race, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, disability, political, philosophical or religious conviction, gender or sexual orientation, marital status or family situation. In line with its commitment to improving gender and geographical balance among its staff, female candidates and candidates from currently under-represented Member States are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates with a disability or medical condition that may affect their ability to sit the test or interview are invited to indicate this in their application, together with any special arra

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