Position Purpose

The incumbent will primarily be acting as Legal support for the research programs being managed by the Office of Research (OR), LUMS. The role involves legal drafting, liaising with the internal and external persons, managing IP matters.
 

Key Accountabilities

The willing candidate must be:

• Able to review and draft agreements including but not limited to Sponsorship Agreements, Grant Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), Confidentiality Agreements, and Consultancy Agreements between LUMS and external stakeholders. 
• Able to run the Contracts’ approval process diligently.
• Able to coordinate with IPO office for IP related matters.
• Has sound knowledge of legalities and especially legal drafting and research.
• Able to manage and organize IP related events (workshops/seminar).

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Legalities. 
• Knowledge of Budgeting. 
• Sound knowledge in legal drafting. 
• Hands-on experience on legal drafting. 
• Attention to Detail.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Advance MS Word.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines and manage multiple assignments concurrently.
   

Behaviors

• Integrity.
• Accountable.
• Committed.
• Team player.

Qualification
At least LLB

Experience

1-2 years of post-qualification experience.

Travel/Work Schedule

Travel may be required. Business hours (8:30 am to 5:00 pm) often extend into the evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of current workloads and event schedules.

Covid-19

You will be requested to submit proof of vaccination during advanced stages of the process as Campus entry is restricted to fully vaccinated individuals. During a Covid-19 lockdown, you may be required to work from home, which will require you to create a suitable work environment for yourself (internet connectivity, an environment that supports your productivity at home per your own preferences and working style, setting your own work-hours, etc.)