Legal Coordinator

EHL Group

Lausanne 25

Key information

Publication date:28 January 2026
Workload:100%
Contract type:Permanent position
Place of work:Route de Berne 301, 1000 Lausanne 25

Join us and shape the future of hospitality today!

EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.

We are constantly striving to improve the working environment and personal development opportunities for our more than 800 staff and teachers, who are among the most recognized experts in their respective fields. Since its foundation in 1893, EHL has been widely recognized by the industry and consistently ranked among the world's top hospitality management schools. Everything we do is based on our values of excellence, family and learning, and we are committed to bringing them to life in tangible ways for our employees.

The Administration, Finance & Controlling (AFC) department oversees the organization’s financial operations and ensures sound fiscal management. Its responsibilities typically include budgeting, cost monitoring, and financial reporting, while maintaining compliance with relevant standards and regulations. AFC also provides financial and legal insights to support strategic decisions and collaborates with other departments to promote efficient resource use. Through these efforts, the department contributes to the organization’s overall stability and performance.

To join our amazing team, we are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled and passionate about hospitality but also aligns with our leadership principles: transparency, accountability, collaboration, care, and experimentation.

The mission of the Legal Coordinator is to support the development and strengthening of the Legal Services function within the EHL Group. This role covers a broad range of legal matters with an international dimension, while placing particular emphasis on data protection. By providing expert guidance and ensuring compliance, the Legal Coordinator contributes to safeguarding the organization’s interests and supporting its strategic objectives.

What will you do?

Support day-to-day legal operations.

Provide legal counselling to various Group segments on academic, procurement, and business-related matters, including drafting and negotiating contracts.

Assist the Director of the Legal Office with corporate matters.

Conduct legal research and monitor legal developments.

Who you are?

You have a Master of Swiss law.

You have 1 to 3 years of relevant experience.

You are pragmatic and able to translate business needs into legal solutions.

You have strong general legal skills with interest in contracts, data protection, and corporate matters.

You have a solid understanding of the Swiss education system.

You are a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills in multicultural environments.

You have curiosity and a willingness to learn.

You are fluent in French and English (C1).

What we offer?

We offer you a permanent contract within a business area of an educational institution, with exceptional employee benefits including free meals, an attractive number of days off, a parking space or public transport contribution, as well as access to various services and facilities.

We offer you responsibility, challenge, development opportunities and encouragement to help you achieve your professional and personal goals.

We offer you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our students’, staff and partners’ experience as well as contribute to the growth of our institution.

You will enjoy being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary and talented team.