Legal Officer (ref. 484)
- 16 October 2026
- 100%
- Temporary
- Vaud
About the job
The Vaud Cantonal University of Teacher Education provides professional training for teachers at all levels of schooling. It conducts research and development work focused on the needs of teaching and education. It offers continuing and advanced training, as well as a range of services, intended for all education professionals.
We are advertising the position of
Legal Officer (ref. 484)
Start date: 1st January 2027 or by agreement
Work rate: One position at 80-100%, or two part-time positions
Contract duration: Fixed-term contract for 6 months (possible extension to permanent contract)
Salary level: grade 11 of the RSRC of the State of Vaud
Your main activities consist of examining and processing appeals and complaints against decisions of the Vaud University of Teacher Education, participating in the drafting or adaptation of legislation relating to the University of Teacher Education and supporting the Executive Committee in the analysis of legal files. In this context, you draft and ensure the updating of legal documents as well as their publication. You analyse submissions and draft decisions and determinations of the University of Teacher Education for the Executive Committee, inform it of ongoing developments and advise it in the management of legal procedures. Furthermore, you respond to, advise on and prepare legal opinions on legal questions posed by the Executive Committee and common services.
These activities take place within the Legal Service, attached to the General Secretariat, supporting the Executive Committee.
You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law, with a Master’s degree being an advantage. You have three years of professional experience in the legal field. You have good knowledge of public and administrative law, the Vaud administration, legislative drafting and the procedures and practices in force before the Vaud courts. Knowledge of the higher education sector and English is an asset.
The detailed job description can be consulted at the following link: link
Application deadline: 4 November 2026
Information: Mr Jérémie Eich, Head of the Legal Service, jeremie.eich[at]hepl.ch, tel. +41 (0)21 316 09 42
Note: Only candidates who have applied via the HEP Vaud website will be considered.
Please specify your desired work rate in your cover letter.
HEP Vaud promotes diversity among its staff and ensures equal opportunities.
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