Legal Officer

The purpose of this call is to establish a talent pool (reserve list) that may be used for the recruitment of staff when a position becomes available. The talent pool will be valid until 1/12/2026. The validity of the talent pool may be extended.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Are you a highly motivated professional with experience in the legal field? Do you want to play an active role within a dynamic team in a multicultural organisation?

EFSA is looking for a legal officer with a results-driven mindset and an ability to work proactively, both individually and in a team, with a specific interest in legal issues related to technological development, process digitisation, and artificial intelligence.

The jobholder will work in the Legal Affairs Services Unit within the Management Services Department.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide legal and regulatory advice on various legal matters, including technological developments (Artificial Intelligence), activities of EFSA Scientific Committees and Panels, intellectual property (copyright), outsourcing procedures, and human resources management.
• Draft legal opinions, briefs, reports, and correspondence on legal issues across EFSA activities; draft EFSA's internal rules, decisions, and governance documents.
• Present and explain legal interpretations at internal or external meetings.
• Ensure proper interpretation and implementation of the legal framework applicable to EFSA, including the AI Act.
• Handle confidentiality requests, public access to documents, and environmental information access legally and accurately, in accordance with applicable laws and case law.
• Manage legal complaints and proceedings related to EFSA's mission or activities.
• Follow legislative initiatives impacting EFSA and coordinate with colleagues on these matters.
• Collaborate with regulatory scientists and IT product managers/developers to improve legal processes.
• Assist the Executive Director in managing the Management Board secretariat.
• Contribute to external stakeholder relations, including EU institutions, national authorities, and legal professionals.

WHY EFSA?

You will play an active role in an organisation impacting the lives of 445 million EU citizens.

EFSA employs around 565 staff members, with scientific experts engaging in independent research. Every position contributes to an inspiring and ethical working environment based on fairness, transparency, and impartiality.

Joining EFSA offers the opportunity to make a difference in European food safety within an international, dynamic environment, with networking opportunities across Europe.

EFSA is implementing its Strategy 2027, aligned with the Transparency Regulation, to enhance its responsibilities towards EU citizens. The objectives include:

• Deliver trustworthy scientific advice and risk communication.
• Ensure preparedness for future risk analysis needs.
• Empower people and ensure organisational agility.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?

Life in Parma

Parma, with around 200,000 inhabitants, is a vibrant city in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, renowned for art, architecture, food, and its picturesque countryside and medieval castles. Its strategic location offers easy access to major cities like Milan and Bologna, as well as ski resorts, seaside, and mountains.

Salary and benefits

EFSA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible working hours, telework options, and various leave entitlements.
• Pension scheme, medical, accident, and occupational disease insurance, unemployment and invalidity allowances, and travel insurance.