Research Assistant (m/f/d) – IP/Tech

Gleiss Lutz Hootz Hirsch Partnerschaftsgesellschaft; Berlin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

AI tools training (Harvey AI)

Wellbeing program

Networking events

Job summary

Gleiss Lutz invites applications for a research assistant (wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter) in our IP/Tech practice in Berlin. The role emphasizes technology transactions, digital economy, cybersecurity, and data/AI subjects, with close collaboration across our lawyers and clients.

The position requires state exams with strong grades and excellent English. We value curiosity, the ability to learn quickly, and an interest in business matters and challenging work in a premier firm in Berlin’s

Qualifications

• First (or first and second) state examination(s), each with a grade of fully satisfactory (vollbefriedigend) or better.
• Very good command of English
• Interest in business-related issues and challenging work.
• Experience with GenAI tools and workflows.
• Whether you’re pursuing a doctorate or looking to bridge a gap and want an interesting role in the heart of Berlin’s government district, we could be the perfect fit. No prior experience is required – curiosity and a willingness to learn are all you need.

Responsibilities

• Technology transactions, including outsourcing projects, carve-outs, cloud agreements, and IT and telecommunications procurement.
• Digital economy, data economy and AI
• Cybersecurity
• E-commerce
• Trademarks and designs
• Unfair competition
• Libel law
• Copyright and media law

Skills

GenAI tools

English proficiency

Business interest

Learning mindset

Education

Staatsexamen (1st/2nd)

Job description

About us

With more than 400 lawyers across our offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Brussels and London, Gleiss Lutz advises clients on all aspects of business law. Our full service approach delivers top-tier advice across the spectrum. We are renowned for our in-depth and pragmatic approach to solving the most complex legal challenges – and for our uncompromising commitment to quality.

We are seeking a research assistant (wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter) (m/f/d) to join our IP/Tech practice at our Berlin office immediately.

At Gleiss Lutz, IP/tech is a dedicated practice area within a dynamic firm advising international business. You can expect a diverse range of engaging tasks including from strategic advisory work for our notable clients, handling commercially significant litigation in Germany and abroad, drafting and negotiating complex contracts and preparing academic publications.

Your role

Your work will focus on the following:

• Technology transactions, including outsourcing projects, carve-outs, cloud agreements, and IT and telecommunications procurement


• Digital economy, data economy and AI


• Cybersecurity


• E-commerce


• Trademarks and designs


• Unfair competition


• Libel law


• Copyright and media law

Your profile

• First (or first and second) state examination(s), each with a grade of fully satisfactory (vollbefriedigend) or better


• Very good command of English


• Interest in business-related issues and challenging work


• Experience with GenAI tools and workflows


• Whether you’re pursuing a doctorate or looking to bridge a gap and want an interesting role in the heart of Berlin’s government district, we could be the perfect fit. No prior experience is required – curiosity and a willingness to learn are all you need.

What we offer

• Outstanding professional development: Active involvement in legal work, close collaboration with our lawyers, and regular feedback


• One Step Ahead programme: Comprehensive professional development with lectures, workshops, legal English courses and modern AI tools such as Harvey AI and the Jurafuchs learning app, as well as additional exam-focused offerings depending on your stage of training


• Wellbeing offerings: Access to our Corporate Health Programme, including the EGYM Wellpass


• Networking & events: Networking opportunities at after-work events and group activities to build valuable connections and gain insight into our firm’s culture

We value qualification, personality, and potential. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social background, religion, belief, sexual orientation or identity.

Contact

Katrin WoidackiBerlinRecruitingT [phone]E-Mail [e-mail]